Fascinating destinations from all over the world
These cities boast mild and warm climates throughout the seasons. They are also found in opposite sides and corners of the world, meaning you could visit a new place on different trips with guaranteed warmth and sunshine.
Flick through this gallery to find out which cities enjoy a mild climate and are ideal to visit at any season, as well as the hottest cities in the world where you're guaranteed to break a sweat. Take a look!
This Andalusian city in Spain also boasts a mild subtropical Mediterranean climate and the warmest winter in all of Europe, which on average is between 17 and 19ºC (62-66ºF).
Málaga is also said to enjoy more than 320 days of sun a year.
São Paulo is the most populated city in Brazil, which may be due to its mild temperatures that vary between 22 and 28ºC (71-82ºF) throughout the year.
The city is surrounded by mountains that protect it from heavy winds.
The previous Portuguese colony's monsoon seasons brings lots of rain to the city between June and August. That said, Goa enjoys warm weather all year round (though the humidity varies).
If hefty rain is not for you, plan a month outside monsoon season and visit the coastal city.
The Spanish islands are located on the west coast of Africa and include Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuenteventura, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro.
Temperatures on the islands vary between 17 and 24ºC (62-75ºF) in the winter months.
China is a big country that enjoys an array of climates. However, Kunming, found in the province of Yunnan, is one of the exceptions that enjoys a mild climate throughout the seasons.
Kunming is often referred to as the "Spring City," because of its striking nature and perfect year-long temperatures.
This French city enjoys a coastline on the Mediterranean sea, which makes its climate warmer compared to its other coastal destinations.
Nice is known to have mild temperatures throughout the seasons, with winters as warm as 17ºC (62ºF).
This Australian city enjoys 340 days of sun a year (that's more than both San Diego and Málaga), and has one of the most pleasant mild climates Down Under.
No wonder it's a heritage city and a popular tourist destination!
This Costa Rican city's average temperature in June is 23ºC (73ºF), and in December it's 22ºC (71ºF).
San José is north of the Talamanca Mountains and south of a volcanic region, factors that protect and surround the city, and that affect its climate (in a good way).
Think pink sand beaches, sailing, and swimming in clear blue waters at any time of the year—that's Bermuda!
With around 23ºC (73ºF) as its average yearly temperature, it's no wonder that people love to visit the island and all its beauty.
Mexico's capital reportedly enjoys an average yearly temperature of 16.25ºC (61.25ºF), which is mild and pleasant.
If Mexico City's charm, culture, and heritage were not enough to convince you to visit before, the weather should do it!
In the mountainous Colombian region of Aura lays the city of Medellín.
Its yearly temperatures vary from 18 to 28ºC (64-82ºF), making it an ideal spot to visit at any time of year and get that dose of Colombian nature.
California's Death Valley is by far the driest place in the United States.
While scorching temperatures can reach 47ºC (116ºF) in summer months, the highest temperature ever recorded there was in 1913, when it reached 56.7ºC (134ºF).
Despite its staggering heat, Kuwait City is home to over two million people.
The average temperature in the city ranges between 21 and 41ºC (70-106ºF), according to NOAA. However, a heat wave can reportedly take temperatures over the 50ºC (122ºF) mark.
If you Google the hottest places in the world, Dallol is usually pretty high on the list.
The town's surroundings go as low as 100 meters below sea level, areas that are often covered in yellow sulfur fields and craters, which were the remains of a volcanic explosion in 1926.
Dallol holds the highest record ever for the hottest annual average temperature, at 34.4ºC (94ºF).
In Mombasa the month of December (average of 27.4ºC/81.3ºF) is warmer than June (average of 24.8ºC/76.6ºF). That said, the city has a warm climate throughout the year.
Maybe you should be considering Mombasa as your next travel destination this winter!
Chile's coastal resort town of Viña del Mar boasts of endless soft sand beaches and gorgeous gardens, and is often dubbed as "La Ciudad Jardín" ("The Garden City").
The city's mild temperatures vary between 20 and 24ºC (68-75ºF) in summer and between 10 and 15ºC (50-59ºF) during the winter months.
We're now stepping into the hottest places in the world, which includes the city of Yuma in Arizona.
Yuma is found near Arizona's border with California and Mexico, and according to Traveller, the city gets 4,015 hours of sunshine a year and has temperatures soaring up to 42ºC (107ºF).
The oasis and Berber town of Ghadames in northwest Libya is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Often referred to as “the pearl of the desert,” Ghadames enjoys temperatures as high as 40ºC (104ºF).
Oodnadatta is a remote town located in the arid Australian outback that enjoys 10 hours of sunlight per day in December, according to Northeast Magazine.
The town's record heat was in 1960 when it reached over 50ºC (122ºF).
The desert town of Kebili is best known for its cultivation of dates. Secondly, the Kebili is known for its sweltering heat that easily exceeds 40ºC (104ºF) in summer.
The town's highest-ever recorded temperature was 55ºC (131ºF).
Iran is home to desert cities that have long periods of dry, hot, and stormy climate.
One of them is Ahvaz, a city with heat that has surpassed the 50ºC (122ºF) mark in previous years.
On the southern border of the Sahara desert you will find Mali's ancient city of Timbuktu.
The average yearly temperatures ranges from 29 to 42ºC (84-107ºF), with June being its hottest month.
Wadi Halfa experiences no rain during winter, which only adds to the already sweltering heat of the city.
Although the city's temperatures can range anywhere between 24 and 42ºC (84-107ºF) throughout the year, the average temperature is around 35ºC (95ºF) according to NOAA.
If after the warmest we were to count also the driest places in the world, Namibia's city of Swakopmund is high on the list.
The resort town receives just over half an inch (25.4 millimeters) of rain every year, which is basically nothing! It also enjoys mild temperatures throughout the year.
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These cities boast mild and warm climates throughout the seasons. They are also found in opposite sides and corners of the world, meaning you could visit a new place on different trips with guaranteed warmth and sunshine.
Flick through this gallery to find out which cities enjoy a mild climate and are ideal to visit at any season, as well as the hottest cities in the world where you're guaranteed to break a sweat. Take a look!