Chennai, India
Sunday, May 17, 2026 • UTC+5:30 (GMT+5:30)
The current local time in Chennai, India is 20:22:48.
Quick Facts
- Country
- India
- Region
- Asia
- Population
- 4,681,087
- Coordinates
- 13.09° N, 80.28° E
- Time Zone
- Asia/Kolkata
- Currency
- Rupee (INR)
- Languages
- English, Hindi, Bangla, Telugu +22 more
- Country Area
- 3,287,590 km²
Time Difference Between Chennai and Major Cities
| CITY | LOCAL TIME | DIFFERENCE |
|---|---|---|
| Time in New York | 9h 30m behind | |
| Time in London | 4h 30m behind | |
| Time in Tokyo | 3h 30m ahead | |
| Time in Sydney | 4h 30m ahead | |
| Time in Dubai | 1h 30m behind | |
| Time in Singapore | 2h 30m ahead | |
| Time in Los Angeles | 12h 30m behind | |
| Time in Paris | 3h 30m behind |
Weather in Chennai
Current weather conditions in Chennai including temperature, humidity, wind speed, visibility and a five day weather forecast.
31°C
Thunderstorm
Humidity
72%
Wind
7.8 km/h
Visibility
15 km
31°
27°
32°
27°
35°
27°
38°
28°
40°
29°
Cities Near Chennai
Cities in the Same Time Zone as Chennai
Popular Time Differences
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- Time difference between Chennai and Paris
Map of Chennai
Map showing the location of Chennai at coordinates 13.08784, 80.27847.
About Chennai Time
Chennai is located in Asia, Indiaand follows the Asia/Kolkata time zone. The city has a population of approximately 4,681,087 people.
The current local time in Chennai is determined by the Asia/Kolkata time zone. This time zone is used across several cities in the region and ensures consistent local time for residents and businesses.
On this page, you can find the exact current time in Chennai, compare time differences with other cities around the world, and view additional information such as sunrise and sunset times, weather conditions, and nearby cities that share the same time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chennai
What time zone is Chennai in?
Chennai is in the Asia/Kolkata time zone (GMT+5:30) in India.
What is the current UTC offset for Chennai?
Chennai is currently at UTC+5:30.
Does Chennai observe daylight saving time?
No, Chennai does not observe daylight saving time. The UTC offset (UTC+5:30) stays constant year-round.
How can I check the current local time in Chennai?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current local time in Chennai, India, updated every second.