Top 10 Hottest Places on Earth, Want to Know More?

Timbuktu is a city located in the Tombouctou region of beautiful Mali. It is home to various religious schools and served as the spiritual and intellectual capital, spreading Islam across Africa. Temperatures here rarely drop below 40°C, with the highest recorded temperature reaching 54.5°C. Due to the extreme conditions, it remains a destination with few tourists. The average annual rainfall is quite low, around 40mm.

Araouane, another location in Mali, makes it to the list of the hottest places in the world. This remote province is home to a small settlement with a population of less than 500. Water is extremely scarce here, with not enough to grow even a single plant. The temperature is consistently stifling, often exceeding 39°C, with the highest recorded temperature being 54.4°C.

Ranked 6th among the hottest places on Earth, this small city in Israel is also home to the largest date palm grove in the country. With a population of under 1,000, the climate here is extremely harsh, though fortunately, water is not as scarce. The city receives an average of 50mm of rainfall per year, and the highest recorded temperature here is 53.8°C.

Sulaibya is a small city located in the southwest of Kuwait. Known as the hottest city with the largest desert area in the region, its water supply is limited, with residents relying mainly on rare annual rainfall. Despite its harsh conditions, the temperature is still bearable for human life, although it remains extremely high. The highest temperature recorded here was 53.6°C.

Ahwaz is a city located in Iran, serving as the capital of Khuzestan province. Situated about 20 meters above sea level, the city has a population of just over 1 million people. Ahwaz is known for its stunning Moon Bridge, which lights up beautifully at night, and its ancient buildings reflecting the region's traditional culture. However, summers here are scorching, with the highest recorded temperature reaching 53.3°C.

Wadi Halfa is a city located in Sudan, the largest country in Africa. Situated in the northern part of Sudan, along the shores of Lake Nubia, the city has a population of around 16,000 people. Known for its rich archaeological heritage, Wadi Halfa showcases numerous ancient Nubian artifacts and is considered a hub for archaeological activities. The highest recorded temperature here has reached 53°C.

Jeddah is a major city located on the Red Sea coast, in the western part of Saudi Arabia. It is known as the commercial capital of the country, with a population of approximately 3.4 million people. Jeddah is also considered one of the holiest cities in Islam, as it is a place that every Muslim is encouraged to visit at least once in their lifetime. The hottest months in Jeddah are typically May and June, with the highest recorded temperature reaching 52°C.

Death Valley is a long and narrow desert valley located between the states of California and Nevada in the United States, covering an area of approximately 1,400 km². The natural conditions here are extremely harsh, with summer temperatures typically exceeding 49°C, sometimes reaching as high as 56.7°C. The area receives very little rainfall, averaging only 42mm per year, and there is almost no sign of human life. Vegetation is sparse, with only a few species such as yanzi grass and whiskweed, while animals like mice, rabbits, foxes, and mountain goats are present in very small numbers.

Ghadames is an oasis town located in the western part of Libya, known as one of the hottest places in the world where human life still exists. The town has a population of around 7,000, mainly consisting of Berber people. Located 549 km southwest of Tripoli, the capital, Ghadames experiences extremely hot summers, with temperatures consistently above 45°C. The highest temperature ever recorded here was 55°C. Water resources in the oasis are very limited, and most residents struggle with water scarcity during the summer. Camels are the primary mode of transportation in this harsh environment.

Kebili, a city in Tunisia, is one of the hottest places on Earth and among the hottest cities in Africa. This oasis town is also a popular tourist destination, known for its unique culture and beautiful hotels. However, during the summer, the temperatures can soar above 45°C, with the highest recorded temperature reaching 55°C.