Destinations You’ll Fry Or Freeze In
Climates vary drastically across the globe. In certain parts of the world, temperatures can be extremely high or frigidly low. Whether you’re researching holiday destinations or you’re just climate-curious, we’ve collected a list of countries averaging the hottest and coldest temperatures on Earth.
1. Burkina Faso
Set snugly landlocked in West Africa, Burkina Faso has the highest average temperature in the world. Its extreme heat is a result of a tropical climate and long distance from the ocean. Like five other of the hottest countries, part of the region includes the Sahara Desert.
2. Mali
Mali is another neighboring country in West Africa with soaring temperatures. The middle of the Sahara Desert is enclosed in its borders which makes the scorching heat no surprise. It’s recorded that Mali’s average temperature is 85 degrees.
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3. Aruba
Sitting in the Caribbean Sea, this small island country is a hot paradise. It’s known as a holiday destination with its turquoise waters and sandy beaches. You’ll be thankful it’s surrounded by swimmable water when temperatures soar up to 90 degrees in the summer.
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4. Senegal
This westmost country in West Africa is situated next to the Atlantic. You’ll be grateful for sea breezes as it sits in the hottest continent. Unlike most of its desert neighbors, Senegal is bordered on the east and north by the Senegal River.
5. Mauritania
Deserts are well known for their unbearable dry heat. Mauritania is in Northwest Africa and the Sahara covers 90% of it. Its average is only a degree cooler than Burkina Faso at 84 degrees–– you couldn’t feel the difference.
6. Tokelau (New Zealand)
New Zealand claims this tiny island territory between the mainland and Hawaii in the southern Pacific Ocean. With a population of 1,500 people, it is one of the smallest in the world and is mostly accessed by boat. With a quick walk to the surrounding ocean, it doesn’t take long to cool off with a dip.
7. Tuvalu
Not too far from Tokelau, this island country is in the Polynesian subregion in Oceania. The country is made up of nine hot islands drenched in sunlight, three of which are reefs. It’s a scuba diver’s paradise with its lowest temperature being 77 degrees.
8. Djibouti
Nestled in the Horn of Africa, Djibouti has a landscape of dry shrublands, magma-filled volcanoes, and a sandy beach coastline. With summer temperatures between 85-107 degrees, you’ll be looking for some shade.
9. Curaçao
Its tropical blue waters flowing with marine life attract vacationers worldwide. Curacao is a Dutch Caribbean island with temperatures like a Dutch oven. A few dips into the gentle waves are a welcome escape from the 90 degree heat.
10. Gambia
As the fifth African country to make the hottest 10 list, The Gambia’s heatwaves pack a punch. Averaging 83 degrees each year, it’s a relief to have a bit of the Atlantic coastline and the large Gambia River.
Next, we trade the bikinis for snow pants–– Here are the top 10 coldest countries in the world:
1. Greenland
It was once reported in the 90s that the lowest ever recorded temperature in the Northern Hemisphere was -93.3 degrees, and that was in Greenland. The frigid island is owned by Denmark and ice covers 75% of the land.
2. Canada
The Great White North didn’t get its name for no reason. With most of the population nestled next to the southern border, much of the land is full of snow most of the year. The Canadian Arctic covers 40% of the territory which explains its freezing average temperatures.
3. Russia
Grab your fluffy ushanka–– as the largest country in the world, Russia covers a lot of frozen ground. Parts of the country may experience hot summers but you can expect heavy snowfalls in the winters. With an average temperature of 25 degrees, prepare to dress warmly most of the year.
4. Mongolia
Mongolia sits between Russia and China with an average temperature of 34 degrees. Its land is rugged and vast with icy winds and snowy winters. Mongolian yurts are well known for their cozy structures to warm up in.
5. Iceland
Ice is in its name so to no surprise, this Nordic island country is a cold one. The island offers an abundance of hot springs to thaw your frozen limbs after hikes in the refreshing air. Its dramatic landscape invites adventurous travelers from around the world each year.
6. Norway
This Scandinavian country in Europe is a mountainous wonderland. Many visitors and locals alike share their love of the ski slopes. With an average temperature of 35 degrees, it’s recommended to layer up and wear your mittens.
7. Finland
Bordering its cold neighbors of Russia, Norway, and Sweden, Finland is naturally just as chilly. The Baltic Sea and mountain ranges blow off icy breezes. The Northern Lights are often witnessed from its cold and dark wilderness.
8. Krygzstan
Kyrgyzstan is a central Asian country greatly covered by snow-capped mountains. The mountain climate brings freezing cold temperatures which is why it’s one of the coldest countries in Asia. The average yearly temperature is 37 degrees.
9. Sweden
Sweden may be slightly sheltered by its colder neighbor Norway but it's not enough to keep it from freezing. Its snow-covered towns are postcard-worthy and attract many holiday-goers each year. With temperatures as low as -13 in the winter, you’ll want to bundle up before you explore the country.
10. Tajikistan
The cold climate doesn’t scare away avid hikers and climbers. Tajikistan is another Asian country littered with mountain ranges and icy glaciers. Temperatures are often low averaging 39 degrees throughout the year.
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