By Minal Zaheer, Insider Monkey News
In this article, we will take a look at the 5 hottest countries in the world in ascending order, meaning that Burkina Faso is the hottest of the five hottest in the world.
- United Arab Emirates
Mean Annual Temperature = 28.9°C
The United Arab Emirates is a country with a predominantly desert climate. The summers are hot and dry, with average annual temperatures being around 28.9°C. In contrast, the winter months, from November to February, mark a wet season during which the country receives the majority of its annual rainfall. - Senegal
Mean Annual Temperature = 29.0°C
Senegal has a tropical savanna climate with an average annual temperature of 29°C. The country experiences a hot and dry summer, coupled with a wet season that lasts from July to September. Matam stands out as the warmest and rainiest region in the country, while Dakar is the coldest. The period from November to May is considered the optimal time for travel due to reduced rainfall during this time frame. - Qatar
Mean Annual Temperature = 29.1°C
Qatar, a country located on the northeastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula, has a desert climate. The country goes through extended summers, lasting from May to September, featuring intense dry heat. The temperatures during the summer season can climb above 45°C. Winters are milder but may see temperatures drop below 5°C. Rainfall occurs exclusively during the winter season, with the northern regions receiving 30% more precipitation than the southern parts. Qatar is influenced by Shamal winds, leading to sand and dust storms persisting throughout the year. The average temperature in Qatar is around 29.1°C, making it one of the hottest countries in the world. - Mali
Mean Annual Temperature = 29.2°C
Mali is the second hottest country globally, closely competing with Burkina Faso. It has a tropical savanna climate, featuring a hot and dry summer with an average annual temperature of 29.2°C. Additionally, Mali experiences a wet season from May to October - Burkina Faso
Mean Annual Temperature = 29.3°C
Burkina Faso holds the title of the hottest country in the world, characterized by a tropical savanna climate. The nation observes a hot and dry summer, with an average annual temperature of 29.3°C. It also experiences a wet season extending from May to October.