Chennai Weather: Unprecedented COLD Wave! Shivers Like Delhi, Ooty Even At 1 PM!

2026-01-11 08:38:39

(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Severe cold has gripped Tamil Nadu for weeks, with heavy fog statewide. Today (Jan 11), Chennai is unusually cold, with the chill lasting even into the afternoon.-

src="https://static-gi.asianetnews.com/v1/images/googlePreferred.png" alt="googlePreferred" loading="lazy" class="preferred"/>24Image Credit: ANIChennai residents accustomed to the heat

Chennai, usually hot due to population, traffic, and sea breeze, is experiencing a historic cold spell today, feeling like Ooty or Kodaikanal even in the afternoon.

Related Articles
Chennai Weather LATEST Update: Heavy Rain Alert Issued for 23 Districts of Tamil Nadu; Check
Chennai Weather LATEST Update: Deep Depression in Bay of Bengal Triggers Rain Alert Across Chennai and Coastal Districts 34Image Credit: xShivering motorists

With light drizzle and cold, Chennai residents wonder if they're in Ooty. Like in hill stations, bikers are now seen wearing mufflers to beat the unusual chill.

44Image Credit: GeminiChennai residents begging the sun

Chennai residents, now wearing beanies, are begging the sun to return. This cold snap, likely due to climate change, is also affecting other hot cities like Trichy and Salem.

Stay updated with the Breaking News Today India News IMD on major cities weather forecasts, including Rain Cyclone Asianet News Official App Android Play Store and iPhone App Store
About the AuthorRBRicha BaruaWith over two decades of experience in top media outlets like Times of India, International Business Times, and India Today, Richa currently leads Newsable and MyNation (Entertainment and Lifestyle) non-news team at Asianet News Network. Her expertise includes celebrity interviews, audience growth, and content strategy, backed by an Executive Program in Digital Marketing from IIM Calcutta, along with a journalism degree from Delhi University, a master's in media studies and corporate communications. Chennai Weather Weather

MENAFN11012026007385015968ID1110583390

Legal Disclaimer:
MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.