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If you’re over the winter weather and want some promise of hot and sunny climates, we’ve got you covered with a round-up of the destinations to have on your radar
Where is hot and sunny in winter?
- In January, some of the best destinations for that glorious sunshine include Mexico and the Caribbean islands. You can expect temperatures ranging around 29C in the daytime making it ideal for lazing on those postcard-worthy beaches or having a dip in the sea, not to mention that you’ll be avoiding the peak holiday crowds. Barbados, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic are just some of the beautiful spots you can visit – and with the Caribbean’s monsoon season ending in November, you’ll get the best chance for good weather.
- Dubai in the UAE can also be a good January getaway as temperatures range from 15-24C, so it can be ideal to visit before the weather gets into the 30-40C summer heat, which may be unbearable for some.
- Come February (and with it, half term), there are some brilliant adventure destinations on offer. Cape Verde’s islands boast temperatures around 21-27C and an average of seven to eight hours of sunshine a day if you want to enjoy the beaches and watersports. Meanwhile it’s similar in Thailand with minimal rain, making for ideal conditions to explore the islands or discover hotspots like Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Costa Rica is another destination for February; you’ll miss the peak winter sun crowds and get in before the April rainy season.
- If you’re not tied to school holiday dates, March can be a great time to enjoy the last of the winter sun. Morocco is just a few hours’ flight from the UK and offers up some sun-soaked city breaks in Agadir and Marrakech, with temperatures around 21C so you can enjoy the bustling markets and still enjoy a dip in the hotel pool.
- Egypt is popular with Brits in the winter months as it offers year-round warmth and sunshine, but in March the temperatures start to hit 27C so you can make the most of Sharm-el-Sheikh’s beaches and crystal-clear waters, while in Hurghada it’s still cool enough to take a day trip to Luxor and enjoy sights such as the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple.
You can check out more destination ideas and holiday tips in the Mirror’s travel section here.
