Time in Chennai
Chennai, India • Asia
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
+5:30 (IST)
Daylight Saving
Does not observe DST
Population
11,324,635
Currency
Indian Rupee (INR)
Time Difference from Major US Cities
Chennai Location
Flight Times from US Cities
Direct flight times to Chennai from major American cities
About Chennai
Current time in Chennai, a major cultural and economic center in South India.
Climate
Tropical wet and dry climate with hot summers and monsoons
Language
Tamil, English
Popular Attractions
- Marina Beach
- Kapaleeshwarar Temple
- Fort St. George
- Government Museum
- San Thome Cathedral
- Mahabalipuram
Current Season
Current season in Chennai
Time in Chennai - Complete Guide
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Chennai Timezone Information
Chennai operates in the Asia/Kolkata timezone with a UTC offset of +5:30 (IST). Does not observe DST
Best Time to Call Chennai
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Travel to Chennai
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