Best Sunny Destinations
61 popular warm-weather holiday destinations, from Mediterranean beaches and Caribbean islands to Southeast Asia, the Indian Ocean and the Pacific. Handy if you're planning a beach trip or a winter-sun escape.
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
| # | Country | Region | Capital |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Albania |
Southeast Europe | Tirana |
| 2 |  Antigua and Barbuda |
Caribbean | Saint John's |
| 3 |  Australia |
Australia and New Zealand | Canberra |
| 4 |  Bahamas |
Caribbean | Nassau |
| 5 |  Barbados |
Caribbean | Bridgetown |
| 6 |  Belize |
Central America | Belmopan |
| 7 |  Brazil |
South America | Brasília |
| 8 |  Cambodia |
South-Eastern Asia | Phnom Penh |
| 9 |  Cape Verde |
Western Africa | Praia |
| 10 |  Colombia |
South America | Bogotá |
| 11 |  Costa Rica |
Central America | San José |
| 12 |  Croatia |
Southeast Europe | Zagreb |
| 13 |  Cuba |
Caribbean | Havana |
| 14 |  Cyprus |
Southern Europe | Nicosia |
| 15 |  Dominica |
Caribbean | Roseau |
| 16 |  Dominican Republic |
Caribbean | Santo Domingo |
| 17 |  Ecuador |
South America | Quito |
| 18 |  Egypt |
Northern Africa | Cairo |
| 19 |  Fiji |
Melanesia | Suva |
| 20 |  Gambia |
Western Africa | Banjul |
| 21 |  Greece |
Southern Europe | Athens |
| 22 |  Grenada |
Caribbean | St. George's |
| 23 |  India |
Southern Asia | New Delhi |
| 24 |  Indonesia |
South-Eastern Asia | Jakarta |
| 25 |  Israel |
Western Asia | Jerusalem |
| 26 |  Italy |
Southern Europe | Rome |
| 27 |  Jamaica |
Caribbean | Kingston |
| 28 |  Jordan |
Western Asia | Amman |
| 29 |  Kenya |
Eastern Africa | Nairobi |
| 30 |  Madagascar |
Eastern Africa | Antananarivo |
| 31 |  Malaysia |
South-Eastern Asia | Kuala Lumpur |
| 32 |  Maldives |
Southern Asia | Malé |
| 33 |  Malta |
Southern Europe | Valletta |
| 34 |  Mauritius |
Eastern Africa | Port Louis |
| 35 |  Mexico |
North America | Mexico City |
| 36 |  Montenegro |
Southeast Europe | Podgorica |
| 37 |  Morocco |
Northern Africa | Rabat |
| 38 |  Oman |
Western Asia | Muscat |
| 39 |  Palau |
Micronesia | Ngerulmud |
| 40 |  Panama |
Central America | Panama City |
| 41 |  Philippines |
South-Eastern Asia | Manila |
| 42 |  Portugal |
Southern Europe | Lisbon |
| 43 |  Saint Kitts and Nevis |
Caribbean | Basseterre |
| 44 |  Saint Lucia |
Caribbean | Castries |
| 45 |  Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
Caribbean | Kingstown |
| 46 |  Samoa |
Polynesia | Apia |
| 47 |  Seychelles |
Eastern Africa | Victoria |
| 48 |  Singapore |
South-Eastern Asia | Singapore |
| 49 |  Solomon Islands |
Melanesia | Honiara |
| 50 |  South Africa |
Southern Africa | Pretoria |
| 51 |  Spain |
Southern Europe | Madrid |
| 52 |  Sri Lanka |
Southern Asia | Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte |
| 53 |  Tanzania |
Eastern Africa | Dodoma |
| 54 |  Thailand |
South-Eastern Asia | Bangkok |
| 55 |  Tonga |
Polynesia | Nuku'alofa |
| 56 |  Trinidad and Tobago |
Caribbean | Port of Spain |
| 57 |  Tunisia |
Northern Africa | Tunis |
| 58 |  Turkey |
Western Asia | Ankara |
| 59 |  United Arab Emirates |
Western Asia | Abu Dhabi |
| 60 |  Vanuatu |
Melanesia | Port Vila |
| 61 |  Vietnam |
South-Eastern Asia | Hanoi |
This is an editorial shortlist of popular warm-weather holiday destinations, not live weather data. For current conditions and the best time to visit, see 247ClimateCheck.
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FAQ
What are the sunniest countries to visit?
This shortlist covers 61 well-known sunny holiday destinations across the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and the Pacific.
Do I need sun protection in these countries?
Yes — in warm destinations the UV index is often high, especially around midday and near the equator. High-factor sunscreen, UV-blocking clothing and good sunglasses are worth packing regardless of season.
Is this list based on live weather data?
No — it is an editorial shortlist of popular warm-weather destinations, not live weather data. Seasons differ a lot between countries, so for the best time to visit a specific destination, check <a href='https://247climatecheck.com' rel='noopener'>247ClimateCheck</a>.
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