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Geography of "hot" countries
It is worth noting that several places on Earth deserve this title. They are scattered across almost the entire surface of the planet. To see these countries with your own eyes, you will have to practically go around our planet at the equator. The climate of hot countries can be both desert and tropical. They are located in Asia and Africa, in Europe and America, on stony plateaus and in the middle of deserts, washed by the waters of the oceans and seas, hidden behind high mountains and spread in the valleys.
The “hot countries” group includes a list of states whose air temperature has ever reached record levels.
Ethiopia
This state is located in East Africa. Ethiopia is the hottest country in the world, as its average temperature is the highest among all other states. It is +34 degrees.
The depressions of Afar and Dalol are terrain of volcanic origin. Their surface is covered with salt. Glowing under the fierce rays of the African sun, salt is sintered into a glassy crust. The snow-white sparkling surface of these valleys refers to points with extremely high temperature.
Indonesia
Indonesia is an island nation in the southeastern part of Asia. It is washed by the waters of the Pacific and Indian oceans, so the country's climate is tropical, air humidity is very high. The average annual temperature in Indonesia is +30 degrees, the water on the coast is heated to 27-29 degrees. High air temperature combined with high humidity is difficult for tourists. It seems that it is difficult to breathe, the air seems thick and viscous.
India
The territory of the state from the cold winds of the Mongolian steppes shield the Himalayan mountains with a shield. The Thar Desert, which occupies part of the area of India, blows hot air into the territory of this country.
The air temperature in the summer months can rise to a mark of +48 degrees.
India has the wettest place on Earth - the Shillong Plateau.
All cities of the country are densely populated. In total, more than 1 billion people live in India. The streets resemble a bright motley carousel of animals, vehicles, fabrics, spices, jewelry, dishes, souvenirs. All this is noisy, moving, popping, singing. The heat and a kaleidoscope of impressions can turn the head of even an experienced tourist.
Malaysia
This equatorial Asian state is famous for its tropical climate. The air temperature here never drops below +26 degrees. In the summer months, often the mark of the thermometer rises to +40.
This country attracts tourists with its rich flora and fauna. In addition, Malaysia is a surprisingly peaceful and calm state. Kuala Lumpur is one of the largest industrial and administrative centers of Asia. It impresses with a bizarre mix of cutting-edge and ancient architecture.
Jamaica
Now let's go to North America. Here, washed by the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea, lies the island state of Jamaica. The average air temperature is +28 degrees. The largest river of the continent flows in Jamaica - the Rio Grande, as well as many small rivers, streams, waterfalls.
The discomfort from the heat more than pays off with a huge assortment of exotic fruits, which Jamaica is rich in. Papaya, avocado, star apple, grapefruit, mandarin, pineapple, banana - it's just a tropical gourmet paradise! Do not forget that Jamaica is also the birthplace of the famous drink of all pirates - rum.
Bahrain
For further acquaintance with the hottest countries, we will move to Bahrain. This is the smallest Arab state. It is an archipelago of 33 islands.
The average air temperature during the hot period is +40 degrees, and in the winter months - +17 degrees.
Interestingly, there are no permanent rivers or lakes in Bahrain. They appear in the rainy season, and disappear in the dry period.
UAE
The United Arab Emirates is another hot spot in Asia. Tourists from Europe are not advised to come here in the summer, as the air heats up to +45 degrees. And it's in the shade! Local residents flee from the heat with the help of air conditioners. They are located everywhere - in the subway, supermarkets, in buildings, even at public transport stops.
The harsh climatic conditions of the UAE and frequent sandstorms can not scare away crowds of travelers who want to enjoy the ultra-modern architecture and the famous duty-free shops. Artificial islands, snowy tracks under glass domes and exotic Arabian culture invariably attract many visitors to the country.
Vietnam
Vietnam is a country of southerly winds. Summer heat here reaches +42 degrees. Thanks to the tropical monsoon climate, more than half of the state is covered with lush forests. The pearl of Vietnamese tourism is Halong Bay. He is called the eighth wonder of the world, his landscapes are so beautiful. Among all the photos of hot countries, Halong's photographs are the most impressive. Beautiful sandy beaches, the mirror surface of the bay and more than 1600 islands and rocks of the most bizarre shapes and sizes give the impression of a real miracle.
Botswana
The hottest country in the world, located on the African continent, is undoubtedly Botswana. More than 2/3 of the total area of the state is occupied by the Kalahari desert. The air temperature in Botswana during the hot season is stable at around +40 degrees. Tourists are attracted by a magnificent safari. The Chobe National Park is home to a huge number of unique African animals.
Qatar
A blazing hot spot on the shores of the Persian Gulf - the state of Qatar. This tiny country is the world's largest exporter of oil and petroleum products. Qatar citizens can be proud of one of the highest per capita incomes.
But the climate here is so harsh that it can be disastrous for visitors. In summer, the temperature does not drop below +50 degrees. Humidity due to proximity to water reaches 90%. It is recommended to visit the country in autumn and spring. Then you can fully enjoy diving in the Persian Gulf and safari.
Countries where the highest temperatures on the Earth's surface were recorded
The hottest country in the world that falls into this category is Libya. Here, in the Dashti Loot desert, a figure of +70 degrees was recorded.
In second place is Death Valley (California, USA) - the earth in this place is heating up to +57 degrees.
The hottest places in South America are the Atacama Desert in Chile and the vastness of Colombia.
After a long journey through the continents in search of hot countries, we can conclude that the scorching sun is not always better than the moderate temperate climate we are familiar with.