Madurai is recorded as the hottest location in India on Tuesday, reaching 42.5 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The report cites IMD temperature data indicating that Madurai’s peak temperature is the highest among locations across the country for that day. No other cities or comparative temperature figures are included in the provided source material, and the report does not detail rainfall, wind conditions, or heat-index values. The IMD figure refers to the day’s maximum temperature observation for Madurai and is presented as an overall national ranking for Tuesday. The information highlights persistent extreme heat in parts of India, with Madurai topping IMD’s temperature list for the day. Based on the available excerpts, the key point is the recorded maximum temperature of 42.5°C in Madurai and its status as the warmest place in India for that date.