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Weather
Chennai Remains Dry Despite Clouds
✍️ India Today
🗓 19 Jul 2026, 01:33 PM
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Chennai experiences dry weather in July despite being cloudy, while south Tamil Nadu receives thunderstorms. This unusual weather pattern has raised questions about the city's climate.
The city of Chennai has been experiencing a dry spell in July, despite being cloudy for most of the month. This is in contrast to south Tamil Nadu, which has been receiving thunderstorms. The reason behind this unusual weather pattern is not immediately clear. Chennai's weather is typically characterized by high humidity and rainfall during the monsoon season. However, this year the city has remained dry, with little to no rainfall. The lack of rainfall has raised concerns about the city's water supply and the impact on the local ecosystem.