10 Hottest Countries in the World | Where Does India Stands? Check Here!

The warmest place on Earth is in Death Valley, California, where temperatures can soar past 50°C (122°F). But when we talk about the hottest countries, it doesn’t just refer to one place, but the average temperature of the entire country.

The three hottest countries are Mali, Burkina Faso and Senegal. These countries experience extreme heat, especially in the summer, with temperatures often exceeding 45°C (113°F). In this article, we will take a look at the 10 hottest countries in the world.

From desert to tropical heat, these countries have the highest average temperatures. Let’s explore and find out India’s place in it!

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List of hottest countries in the world

Here’s a list of the hottest countries in the world, where extreme temperatures are a daily challenge, with countries like Kuwait, Iraq and Saudi Arabia topping the list.

rank

nation

Average annual temperature (°C)

1

Mali

28.3

2

Burkina Faso

28.3

3

Kiribati

28.2

4

Djibouti

28

5

Tuvalu

28

6

Senegal

27.9

7

mauritania

27.7

8

Maldives

27.6

9

Palau

27.6

10

Benin

27.6

84

India

23.7

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1. Mali

  • Highest temperature recorded: 47.0 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 18.0 °C
  • Annual average temperature: 28.3℃
  • Why it’s #1: Mali is located in the Sahara Desert and experiences extremely hot weather due to its location and arid climate.

2.Burkina Faso

  • Highest temperature recorded: 45.0 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 20.0 °C
  • Annual average temperature: 28.3℃
  • Reason for No. 2: Similar to Mali, it is located in a desert area with little vegetation, resulting in very high temperatures.

3. Kiribati

  • Highest temperature recorded: 34.0 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 24.0 °C
  • Annual average temperature: 28.2℃
  • Reason for third place: This Pacific island nation has a tropical climate, with warm ocean currents affecting its temperature.

4. Djibouti

  • Highest temperature recorded: 43.0 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 25.0 °C
  • Average annual temperature: 28.0 °C
  • Reason for No. 4: Djibouti’s proximity to the Red Sea and its arid landscape result in higher summer temperatures.

5.Tuvalu

  • Highest temperature recorded: 35.0 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 25.0 °C
  • Average annual temperature: 28.0 °C
  • Reason for No. 5: Tuvalu’s tropical climate and marine environment result in consistently high temperatures year-round.

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6. Senegal

  • Highest temperature recorded: 40.0 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 20.0 °C
  • Annual average temperature: 27.9℃
  • Reason for ranking sixth: Senegal has a savanna climate with hot dry seasons.

7. Mauritania

  • Highest temperature recorded: 48.0 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 22.0 °C
  • Annual average temperature: 27.7℃
  • Reason No. 7: The Sahara Desert affects Mauritania’s climate, causing extremely hot summers.

8. Maldives

  • Highest temperature recorded: 34.0 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 25.0 °C
  • Annual average temperature: 27.7℃
  • Reason for No. 8: The Maldives has high humidity and high ocean temperatures, resulting in higher overall heat.

9. Palau

  • Highest temperature recorded: 32.0 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 24.0 °C
  • Annual average temperature: 27.6℃
  • Reason for ranking ninth: Affected by the surrounding seawater, Palau has a tropical climate and is warm throughout the year.

10.Benin

  • Highest temperature recorded: 38.5 °C
  • Lowest temperature recorded: 23.0 °C
  • Annual average temperature: 27.6℃
  • Reason for No. 10: Benin is located in West Africa, and its savanna climate results in high temperatures, especially in the summer.

84. India

  • Highest temperature recorded (summer): approximately 52.9 °C (some areas)
  • Lowest temperature recorded (summer): approximately 20.0 °C (varies by region)
  • Average annual temperature: 23.7 °C
  • Why it’s on the list (No. 84): India’s diverse geography results in varying climates; while some areas experience extremely hot weather, others are more temperate.

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