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Qatar - located on the Arabian Peninsula, has established itself as the most hot country in the world. A small state located in the northeast of Asia, washed by the waters of the Persian Gulf. The first settlers appeared here in the third millennium BC.
Qatar
Its closest neighbors are Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. The capital of Qatar is the city of Doha, which is home to about half a million inhabitants - this is almost half of the total population of the state. Qatar has a monarchical system, all power is concentrated in the hands of the emir, who can only be limited by the Sharia. Islam is practiced by the vast majority of the inhabitants. The main orientation is Sunnis.
In Qatar, the official language is Arabic, but many people know English quite well.
Economy
The economic growth of Qatar began in the 14th century - the hottest country in the world gained fame as an exporter of pearls. When it was discovered that the poor British protectorate, which was Qatar, is an oil and gas well, the state began the path to prosperity.
There was a period when the country's economy was in a decline due to the leakage of oil and gas revenues. But it ended when the emir, who ruled in those years, was overthrown by his own son through a bloodless coup. After that, finally were settled contentious issues with the nearest neighbors. And already 2007 became indicative for the economy of the state - the income from the sale of oil and gas became such that it brought Qatar to the first place in the world ranking of per capita income.
Climate
The climate here is very hot. Not uncommon sandstorms. In summer, the thermometer rarely drops below 30 degrees, it happens that the column rises to 50 ° C. Winter here takes place at an average temperature of 22 ° C above zero.
Attractions
The Corniche, stretching for 7 kilometers along the Persian Gulf, attracts tourists from all over the world. Stretching from the Sheraton Hotel to the Marriott Hotel, it seems to be made for morning jogging and ice skating. By the way, it is forbidden to ride bicycles on the embankment. This was done for the convenience of the walkers.
Looking at the surrounding buildings, striking in their decoration and height, you can’t say that quite recently there was nothing here but a wasteland. And now there are exclusively five-star hotels, the main museum of the capital of the hottest country in the world, and many other cultural and administrative buildings.
The Vagif market, created quite recently, thoroughly recreates the image of the market, which has a long history. This is the merit of modern designers. Especially to recreate the effect of antiquity, all modern buildings were demolished, the roofing iron was replaced with bamboo, straw and clay. Plain plaster was used in the decoration of the walls.
Here you can relax in coffee shops and restaurants and smoke hookah. You will be enchanted by the beauty of oriental fabrics, and the enchanting aromas of spices will make your head spin. Here you can buy jewelry made of real gold and taste the most exotic sweets.
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To everyone who thinks Russian summer hot, it is worth imagining what the inhabitants of Qatar have to do with a heat of +50 ° C. Meanwhile, such weather in some parts of our planet is by no means uncommon.
Our top ten today contains the hottest countries in the world. Here, +18 ° C is a reason to wrap up harder, because the temperature is much more familiar than plus 30. By the way, contrary to popular belief, not all hot countries are located on the equator.
10. Ethiopia
The average annual temperature in this African country is +35 °С. In winter it is about +28 °С. True, not everyone here is languishing from the heat - the areas located on the Ethiopian Highlands are more mild and humid climate. Surprisingly, if during the whole year the temperature almost does not change seasonally, then the daily fluctuations are significant - up to 15 degrees.
9. Indonesia
The average annual temperature in hot Indonesia is about +30 °С. Seasonal fluctuations are insignificant - 3-5 °С. The climate here is very humid, so without the habit of enduring it is quite difficult. By the way, frosts sometimes occur in the highlands of the country.
8. India
The Himalayas cover India from the cold winds from Central Asia, and the Thar desert "supplies" the region with heat. In summer, the temperature in some parts of the country reaches +48 °C. The most low temperature on average - +28 ° С. However, in the highlands, the thermometer sometimes drops to -1°C.
7. Malaysia
The country is located almost on the equator and has a hot and humid climate. The air temperature throughout the year ranges from +26 to +35 °C, rarely rising to +40 °C. Small fluctuations in temperature and the lack of a rainy season make the country attractive to tourists all year round.
6. Jamaica
The average annual temperature in Jamaica is about +28 °C. Heat combined here with high humidity. The first Europeans who landed in Jamaica had great difficulty getting used to the peculiarities of the local climate. Although heat-defyers can make their home in the Blue Mountains, where temperatures hover around 7°C
5. Bahrain
The smallest in the world Arab state different dry tropical climate. average temperature in summer it is about +40 °С, in winter - not lower than +17 °С. Deserts prevail on the territory of the country, so the air is dry, and there is practically no precipitation.
4. United Arab Emirates
Tour operators do not recommend visiting the UAE in summer months, since not every traveler can withstand +45 ° С in the shade. In winter, the temperature is much more comfortable - about +25 ° С. Precipitation here is infrequent, but sometimes there are sandstorms from the side of the Rub al-Khali desert.
3. Vietnam
The average temperature in the country in winter months- about + 17-20 ° С, in summer the thermometer rises to 42 ° С. southern part Vietnam is worth visiting from December to April, but it is better to go to the central and northern parts of the country from May to October.
2. Botswana
The country is located in the southern hemisphere, so the concept of winter and summer here is different from what we are used to. So, in January it is +40 °С here, but in July it is easier to breathe, as the air warms up “only” to +25 °С. 70% of the area of Botswana is occupied by the Kalahari desert, which, of course, does not make the climate more comfortable.
1. Qatar
In summer, in the hottest country in the world, the thermometer sometimes rises to +50 ° C. On the coast of Qatar, air humidity reaches 90%, so the local climate is simply fatal for an unusual person. True, for such an extreme climate, nature repaid the richness of the subsoil, giving reserves of oil and natural gas. Qatar is the leader in the ranking of countries in terms of GDP per capita.
Anyone who considers the Russian summer to be hot should imagine what the residents of Qatar have to do with a heat of +50 °C. Meanwhile, such weather in some parts of our planet is by no means uncommon.
Our top ten today contains hottest countries in the world. Here, +18 ° C is a reason to wrap yourself up harder, because the temperature is much more familiar than plus 30. By the way, contrary to popular belief, not all hot countries are located on the equator.
10. Ethiopia
The average annual temperature in this African country is +35 °C. In winter it is about +28 °С. True, not everyone here is languishing in the heat - the areas located on the Ethiopian highlands have a milder and more humid climate. Surprisingly, if during the whole year the temperature almost does not change seasonally, then the daily fluctuations are significant - up to 15 degrees.
9. Indonesia
The average annual temperature in hot Indonesia is about +30 °С. Seasonal fluctuations are insignificant - 3-5 °С. The climate here is very humid, so without the habit of enduring it is quite difficult. By the way, frosts sometimes occur in the highlands of the country.
8. India
The Himalayas cover India from the cold winds from Central Asia, and the Thar desert "supplies" the region with heat. In summer, the temperature in some parts of the country reaches +48 °C. The lowest average temperature is +28 °С. However, in the highlands, the thermometer sometimes drops to -1°C.
7. Malaysia
The country is located almost on the equator and has a hot and humid climate. The air temperature throughout the year ranges from +26 to +35 °C, rarely rising to +40 °C. Small fluctuations in temperature and the lack of a rainy season make the country attractive to tourists all year round.
6. Jamaica
The average annual temperature in Jamaica is about +28 °C. High temperature is combined here with high humidity. The first Europeans who landed in Jamaica had great difficulty getting used to the peculiarities of the local climate. Although heat-defyers can make their home in the Blue Mountains, where temperatures hover around 7°C
5. Bahrain
The smallest Arab state in the world has a dry tropical climate. The average temperature in summer here is about +40 °С, in winter - not lower than +17 °С. Deserts prevail on the territory of the country, so the air is dry, and there is practically no precipitation.
4. United Arab Emirates
Tour operators do not recommend visiting the UAE in the summer months, as not every traveler can withstand +45 ° C in the shade. In winter, the temperature is much more comfortable - about +25 ° С. Precipitation here is infrequent, but sometimes there are sandstorms from the side of the Rub al-Khali desert.
3. Vietnam +42° С
The average temperature in the country during the winter months is about + 17-20 ° С, in summer the thermometer rises to 42 ° С. The southern part of Vietnam is worth visiting from December to April, but it is better to go to the central and northern parts of the country from May to October.
2. Botswana +40 °С
The country is located in the southern hemisphere, so the concept of winter and summer here is different from what we are used to. So, in January it is +40 °С here, but in July it is easier to breathe, as the air warms up “only” to +25 °С. 70% of the area of Botswana is occupied by the Kalahari desert, which, of course, does not make the climate more comfortable.
1. Qatar +50 °C
In summer, in the hottest country in the world, the thermometer sometimes rises to +50 ° C. On the coast of Qatar, air humidity reaches 90%, so the local climate is simply fatal for an unusual person. True, for such an extreme climate, nature repaid the richness of the subsoil, giving reserves of oil and natural gas. Qatar is the leader per capita.
Planet Earth is amazing natural complex with diversity climatic zones, more acceptable for human existence, less often - deadly. The hottest place on the planet is Libya, or rather the city of El Azizia, where in 1922 the air temperature in the shade was 57.7 ° C. But the absolute record for average annual temperature belongs to Ethiopia, where in the abandoned village of Dallol, meteorologists recorded an average annual rate of + 34 ° С.
Qatar
Doha, the capital of Qatar, a state located on the Arabian Peninsula, claims to be the hottest place on the planet. In 2010, the air temperature in the shade rose to 50.4°C, with an average summer of 40°C, modern world Qatar is the only state with such stable climatic indicators.
Botswana
The South African state of Botswana, by a bizarre coincidence, is a climate antagonist, here the hottest time is winter, and summer, respectively, is cold.
The maximum temperature record recorded by a research expedition in the 1950s is 47°C. In principle, the air temperature in the shade in Botswana in the range of 40 ° C is not uncommon, and is recorded annually by meteorologists.
Vietnam
High humidity and temperatures of 40-42°C make Vietnam one of the hottest countries in the world, which is an incredibly harsh living conditions for both vacationers and the local population. In the history of meteorological studies in Vietnam, the absolute temperature maximum was 44°C and was recorded in 1977.
United United Arab Emirates
In the UAE, known throughout the world for its incredible oil reserves, elite resorts and strict morals, the air temperature is as harsh as the cultural and historical traditions of the local population. Despite the relatively even distribution of temperature indicators, the United Arab Emirates also claims to be the hottest country in the world.
The average temperature in the shade in the summer months rarely exceeds 43-45°C, but the recorded maximum, not confirmed by climatologists, was 56°C. According to official figures, the UAE recorded maximum temperatures of 52°C in 1988 and 2004. Hot dry weather is often accompanied by long sandstorms in the United Arab Emirates.
Bahrain
The Kingdom of Bahrain, located on the archipelago of the same name in the Persian Gulf, also has a dry tropical climate associated with many deserts located on its territory.
With an average summer temperature of +40°С, the record figure is 49°С, recorded three times by climatologists in the history of the state.
USA
Death Valley, located in California, USA, is famous not only for its moving stones and magnetic anomalies, but also for the temperature record set in 1913, when scientists recorded 56.7 ° C. The average summer temperature of those places ranges from 44 to 47 ° C, with a temperate mild climate.
Russia
The Russian Federation, due to its geographical extent, also has certain temperature records, although not as significant as the above countries. Thus, the temperature of 44°C in the shade was recorded on July 11, 2010 in the Republic of Kalmykia in the village of Yashkul, it is worth noting that, according to residents, the following days were even hotter, but official measurements were no longer carried out. In 1940, two opposite climatic anomalies were noted in Volgograd, in summer the air temperature was 42.6 ° C, and in winter -33 ° C.
The next Russian hottest record holder is Astrakhan with an air temperature of +41°С. Not too far behind and Caucasian Mineral water, where indicators of 40.9 °С were recorded over the history of observations.
Domestic winters are severe, frosty and very long. It is at this time of the year that we are so drawn to where the sun shines warmly and brightly. Do you know which country in the world is the hottest? In what cities of the planet the air temperature rises to unimaginable values? You will find answers to these questions in our article.
Climate records of the planet
When in summer the air warms up to +30 degrees, we languish from the heat and pray to the Almighty for a cool rain. But there are hotter places on our planet, where temperature values can reach +40 ... 50 o Celsius. What are these places? And where is the hottest country in the world located? Let's find out.
In meteorology, there is such a thing as "absolute temperature maximum". This is the highest air temperature recorded at a certain point on Earth in the entire history of observations. This is one of the main indicators that allows you to highlight the 10 hottest countries in the world (or cities). So, for example, for Moscow this value is +38.2 o C, but for Athens (the sultry capital of Europe) - +48.0 o C.
Enough for a long time record for the globe it was customary to consider the temperature +58.2 o C. It was recorded back in 1922 in the desert of Libya, not far from the city of Tripoli. However, in 2012 the World Meteorological Organization denied these figures. According to the data of satellite monitoring of the earth's surface, the absolute maximum air temperature was recorded in 2005 in the Deshte-Lut area in southwestern Iran (+70.7 o C).
So, where is the hottest country in the world located? And how many degrees does the thermometer show on its territory? Read more about this later in the article.
The hottest countries in the world: TOP 10
There are many truly “hot” states in the world. Most often, they are located in the equatorial and tropical latitudes. After all, it is these parts of the globe that receive the greatest amount of solar heat per year. But which country is the hottest in the world? To be called such, it must have high temperatures throughout the calendar year.
So, the ten hottest countries in the world looks like this:
- Ethiopia (10th place).
- Indonesia (9th place).
- Jamaica (8th place).
- India (7th place).
- Malaysia (6th place).
- Vietnam (5th place).
- Bahrain (4th place).
- UAE (3rd place).
- Botswana (2nd place).
- Qatar (1st place).
- Dubai, UAE).
- Baghdad (Iraq).
- Al-Kuwait (Kuwait).
- Riyadh (Saudi Arabia).
- Ahvaz (Iran).
Ethiopia
Ethiopia is located in the eastern part of Africa. Since the country is located in equatorial latitudes, it is not much cooler in winter than in summer. The climate of the eastern regions of Ethiopia is characterized by extreme dryness and sultryness.
Indonesia
The average temperature of the warm season: +31 o C.
As such, there is no division into seasons in Indonesia either. Annual temperature fluctuations here do not exceed 3-5 degrees. The Indonesian heat is significantly complicated by the high humidity of the air, due to the proximity of the open ocean. However, in the mountainous regions of this island country, it is quite possible to freeze even in the hottest months of the year.
Jamaica
The average temperature of the warm season: +31 o C.
The climate of Jamaica is tropical maritime, very humid. It is just as hot here in winter as it is in summer. And here is the distribution precipitation is strictly seasonal. Most of the rain falls in autumn. According to historical reports, the first European colonizers in Jamaica had a hard time. It took a long time for the Europeans to adapt to the unusual Jamaican climate.
India
India is a distinctive and colorful country, one of the most popular among tourists. From the harsh northern winds, it is reliably protected by a chain of the Himalayan mountains. But the hot air from the Thar Desert is freely distributed throughout almost its entire territory. Unlike all of the above states, in India there is some seasonality in the climate: in winter, the average air temperature here drops to +15 degrees.
Malaysia
The average temperature of the warm season: +32 o C.
In the middle of our rating is the Asian state of Malaysia. The climate here is humid (due to the proximity of the sea) and hot (due to the proximity to the equator). However, the Malaysian heat is "diluted" a little by the monsoons, which bring heavy and prolonged rains in spring and autumn.
Vietnam
A similar situation is observed in Vietnam: in transitional seasons monsoons bring rainfall and, often, typhoons. But the winter in this country is quite dry, even in comparison with the hot summer. Overall, Vietnam is the hottest country in Southeast Asia.
Bahrain
The average temperature of the warm season: +33 o C.
The tiny kingdom of Bahrain is located on an island archipelago in the Persian Gulf. The abundance of tropical deserts minimizes the amount of precipitation and, as a result, indicators of air humidity. In summer, air temperatures here are often kept at around +40 degrees, but in winter they drop to +17 ° C.
United Arab Emirates
The average temperature of the warm season: +37 o C.
In the UAE, the climate is characterized by excessive dryness and sultryness. The hottest months of the year are July and August. At the same time, the heat does not subside even at night, remaining at the level of + 34 ... 35 ° C. Almost the entire territory of the UAE is covered with sand. But this did not stop the Arab sheikhs from turning their country into one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the Middle East.
Botswana
The average temperature of the warm season: +40 o C.
Another African country in our ranking is Botswana. Two seasons are clearly distinguished here: hot winter (since this is the Southern Hemisphere) and relatively cool summer, when the air temperature averages +25 degrees. Even small frosts sometimes occur within the Kalahari Desert.
Qatar
The average temperature of the warm season: +41 o C.
Finally, the hottest country in the world is Qatar. locals they are not particularly surprised when they see +50 degrees on their thermometer. And it's in the shade! Most of the country is occupied by deserts, so sandstorms blow here throughout the year.
One of the main problems of Qatar is the lack of drinking water. Solve it by desalination. That is why water in this country is more expensive than gasoline.
