- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Mon, 17 Mar 2025 12:21 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Top 10 Hottest Countries In The World: Some nations are located in desert areas or close to the equator, which causes them to experience year-round extreme heat. The high temperatures in these areas make life difficult for those who reside there. The average temperature in places like Mali, Burkina Faso, and Djibouti is among the highest in the world; during the hottest summer months, it frequently rises above 45°C. The tropical climate of islands like Kiribati and Tuvalu also keeps them warm. In these nations, the highest temperatures ever measured have approached 50°C.
India is also renowned for its intense heat, with summer temperatures in places like Delhi and Rajasthan reaching over 50°C. Even though India is one of the hottest nations, some locations endure even more intense heat all year. This article examines the top ten hottest nations in the world, their average temperatures, and how India compares. Let's examine some of the planet's hottest spots!
| Country & Rank | Annual Average Temperature | Maximum Temperatures |
| 1. Mali | 28.3°C | 48.2°C |
| 2. Burkina Faso | 28.3°C | 47.0°C |
| 3. Kiribati | 28.2°C | 37.0°C |
| 4. Djibouti | 28.0°C | 45.0°C |
| 5. Tuvalu | 28°C | 37.0°C |
| 6. Senegal | 27.9°C | 40.0 °C |
| 7. Mauritania | 27.7°C | 48.0 °C |
| 8. Maldives | 27.6°C | 34.0 °C |
| 9. Palau | 27.6°C | 32.0 °C |
| 10. Benin | 27.6°C | 38.5 °C |
Top 10 Hottest Countries in the World: Know Where India Ranks
1. Mali
Mali (Image: Canva)
Due to its arid climate and Sahara Desert cover, Mali experiences extremely high temperatures. Summer temperatures frequently surpass 48°C due to the intense sun and minimal precipitation. The extreme heat is a result of both high solar radiation and a dearth of vegetation.
2. Burkina Faso
The climate of Burkina Faso is hot and semi-arid, with extended dry seasons. Due to its influence and low humidity, the Sahel region is one of the hottest countries in Africa, with temperatures as high as 47°C.
3. Kiribati
Kiribati (Image: Canva)
Being an island nation in the Pacific, Kiribati remains hot because of the warm ocean currents and its closeness to the equator. Temperatures remain high throughout the year due to the absence of high mountains and the enduring humidity.
4. Djibouti
Temperatures in Djibouti can reach over 45°C due to the country's desert and coastal terrain. The nation is very dry and warm due to hot winds from the Gulf of Aden and little rainfall.
5. Tuvalu
Tuvalu (Image: Canva)
Due to the warmth of the ocean and the continuous sunlight, Tuvalu is an equatorial island nation with consistently high temperatures. Because of its humid tropical climate, the average annual temperature is almost 28°C.
6. Senegal
Due to its Sahelian climate and northern desert winds, Senegal experiences intense heat. Particularly in inland regions, the nation regularly experiences temperatures above 49.5°C.
7. Mauritania
Mauritania (Image: Canva)
The Sahara Desert is home to Mauritania, where daytime highs of 50°C are common. Its intense heat is caused by the absence of rain and the presence of arid Harmattan winds from the desert.
8. Maldives
The Maldives' equatorial location and warm Indian Ocean currents keep it warm. The high humidity and strong sunlight maintain temperatures at about 28°C even though the area is surrounded by water.
9. Palau
Palau is always warm due to its tropical rainforest climate and warm oceans. The climate is constantly hot and muggy because there is little seasonal variation.
10. Benin
Benin (Image: Canva)
Due to its tropical climate and the Sahelian influence, Benin experiences extremely high temperatures. Some regions experience temperatures as high as 44.5°C due to warm winds and high solar exposure.
India stands at 84th place in the list of hottest countries
With an average yearly temperature of about 23°C, India is ranked 84th out of the hottest nations. But in some places, like Rajasthan, the summer heat is unbearable, with highs of 50°C. Because of its varied climate, the nation experiences both hot summers and chilly winters.
