 Temperatures during summer generally reach a maximum of 40°C and a minimum of 26.3°C, although temperatures up to 42°C are not uncommon. Winter temperatures range between 29.6°C and 18°C. A study based on the data available with the Indian Meteorological Department on Madurai over a period of 62 years indicate rising trend in atmospheric temperature over Madurai city, attributed to urbanisation, growth of vehicles and industrial activity. The maximum temperature of 42°C for the decade of 2001 – 2010 was recorded in 2004 and in 2010.
