More than ever in winter, you want to travel far from the coldest time of the year, away from the snow and freezing cold temperatures. You long for sun and sea, nature, wide open spaces; you want to get your fix of fun in the sun, meet new faces, discover new places and cultures. Where’s hot all year round? If you’re looking to travel to a warm place in winter, the sun is always shining gloriously somewhere in Africa. Destinations where summer never ends. Here are places in Africa that experience warm weather year-round, do not forget to bring your sunscreen, sunglasses and swimsuit with you and get ready to enjoy the warmest and sunniest destinations in Africa.
Morocco
With winter lows of 20°c and the summer months often exceed 37 °C, Morocco and its Mediterranean coastline regions stay warm all year round. Morocco is one of the tourist most visited countries in Africa. And when you see its exotic gardens, palaces, the souk and the medinas, you’ll understand why. Explore the 20 best places to visit and destinations in Morocco.
Cape Verde
Mid 20s temperatures and sunny weather throughout the year means Cape Verde is one of the warmest destinations in the world. This island country off the west coast of Africa in the central Atlantic Ocean, is a stunner with its beautiful beaches and moon-like landscapes. If you’re looking to travel to Cape Verde, expect fun in the sun and eclectic cultural mix of African, Brazilian and Portuguese influences.
Egypt
Welcome to Egypt, a holiday destination rich in history and culture, iconic cities, Giant pyramids, Red Sea and Mediterranean beaches. With more than 12 million tourists every year and consistently warm temperatures yea round meandering around 23 °C at night and average peak of 28 °C in the daytime, Africa’s most visited country is an elite tourist destination. If you’re thinking about taking a tour of the country, explore the 15 Best Places to Visit in Egypt.
Seychelles
As far as sunniest places go, Seychelles is the best of the best, a true tropical paradise with warm turquoise waters, lush scenery, and endless sunshine. With an average winter temperature of 29°C, Seychelles and its islands offer travellers warmth and blue skies all year-round. Treat yourself to a sun and sea vacation on the beautiful Indian Ocean beaches in Seychelles. A dream honeymoon destination.
Tanzania
Holidays to Tanzania is hard act to top: Africa’s safari headliner is the Serengeti, Mount Kilimanjaro (Africa’s highest mountain), the Big Five in the Ngorongoro Crater, idyllic white-sand beaches of Zanzibar. With guaranteed warm and sunny days throughout the year, Tanzania may well be one of the most fascinating, beautiful and charming countries you will ever visit. Explore the 10 Most Beautiful Towns in Tanzania.
Kenya
Big adventures, big beaches and big on wildlife – that’s holidays to Kenya in a nutshell. Safari-goers from around the world, families, beach lovers, trekkers, holidaymakers, everyone finds happiness in Kenya, a destination that stays warm for you to discover throughout the year. East Africa’s most visited country, is an incredible destination that offers a typical tropical coastal climate and the best of nature and wildlife. In Kenya, never far from zebras, giraffes and the big cats, Nairobi National Park, is one of the only national parks that exists within a capital city.
Mauritius
In Mauritius, its sunny and warm all year wound, with daytime temperatures meandering around mid 20s while at night they can drop to 18 °C. Holidays to Mauritius is sun, white beaches, luxury resorts and a melting pot of different cultures. Expect some of Africa’s best beaches and fusion food.
Ghana
Savvy travellers have been booking holidays to Ghana for a while now. Ghana weather has year-round heat and sunshine – temperatures average around 28 °C means there’s plenty of choice for when to go. It’s dotted with spirited towns, like Aburi where you’ll find the best gardens. Amazing beaches can be found in abundance along the coastline of Accra, capital and largest city of Ghana, the ever-popular Labadi beach being one of them. For the ultimate African experience, check out the Hamamat Village in Northern Ghana, Tamale. If you’re thinking about taking a tour of the country, explore the Most Beautiful Towns in Ghana.
Tunisia
With sunny climate throughout the year, Tunisia, is one of the best destinations for a sunny holiday in Africa. This beautiful and charming North African nation serve up sunbathing hotspots with a side order of rich history and cultures. But there’s so much more attraction to Tunisia than the picture perfect postcard beaches – markets, medinas and mosques provide historic sightseeing opportunities.
Gambia
Gambia is one of the best destinations in Africa to enjoy the sun all year long. Come and discover this beautiful this tiny West African nation with abundance of wildlife and idyllic Atlantic beaches. This country is perfect to rest, to sunbathe on the beach and to discover flora and fauna. There’s so much more attraction to Gambia than the beach, monkeys, manatees, hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife are abound in the River Gambia.
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