Where's Hot in December?

Egypt:

Average December Temperature: 27°C
Average December Rainfall: 2mm
Average Hours of Sunshine: 9 hrs

Heading further south to Egypt is a great option for beach holiday weather in December. The resorts of Hurghada and Sharm el Sheikh have average temperatures of 27c in December which means a day lounging by the pool or snorkelling in the Red Sea is a real possibility as winter descends on the UK. Search for a bargain deal to Sharm el Sheikh or any Egyptian resort by clicking the deals below:

Canary Islands:

Average December Temperature: 24°C
Average December Rainfall: 11mm
Average Hours of Sunshine: 7 hrs

The Canary Islands are perfect for your hot holidays in December, at just over 50 miles from sub Saharan Africa, the Canaries benefit from a pleasant climate and plenty of sunshine all year round, perfect for a hot winter sun holiday. With average winter temperatures hovering around a very mild 22ºC, sunbathing around the pool or relaxing on the 930 miles of beaches is an everyday possibility.

Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, has some stunning beaches, notably Playa de las Americas and Los Cristianos. It is also an excellent place to see volcanic activity with Mount Teide looming over the central part of the island. Next in size, Gran Canaria, also plays host to some beautiful beaches, in particular, Maspalomas, with its white beach and huge sand dunes which providing a spectacular backdrop along the 3.5 mile stretch of beach.

Other islands such as Lanzarote, Fuerteventura and La Gomera also enjoy pleasant winter sun temperatures, averaging around 22 degrees in December, and as the peak season has long since passed you'll be able to pick up some bargain package deals. For more information check out our Canary Island holiday by clicking the deals below;

Dubai:

Average December Temperature: 31°C
Average December Rainfall: 2mm
Average Hours of Sunshine: 9 hrs

The hot and arid desert climate of Dubai ensures hot and sunny weather all year round. In fact, it's almost too hot in the summer months with temperatures reaching over 40ºC. A much more pleasant time to visit Dubai is from December to March when temperatures tolerable for sun seekers. Beautiful beaches line Dubai's coastline such as Jumeirah Beach, home to Dubai's best holiday clubs and hotels. Dubai has even has a Spice Souk, Perfume Souk and Fish Souk which are well worth a visit. Recently opened, the Dubai Mall has the world's largest number of retailers in one mall with 1,200 shops, in air-conditioned bliss.

Thrill seeking visitors should try a 4X4 desert safari which takes you on a tour of the awe-inspiring dunes, you can also stop at local Arabian settlements and even try your hand at sandboarding!

Morocco:

Average December temperature: 23°C (Agadir)
Average December Rainfall: 48mm (Agadir)
Average Hours of Sunshine: 7 hrs (Agadir)

Similar to Dubai, Morocco is another place worth visiting once the intensity of the summer heat has died down. Temperatures still average around the mid 20's and there is still roughly 7 hours of sunshine per day. December is a great time to visit Morocco (though the High Atlas Mountain region can begin to get bitterly cold), the coastal resort of Agadir still enjoys pleasant sea temperatures, and the huge expanse of beach at Agadir is sheltered from Atlantic winds. Excellent 4 star hotels line Agadir's boulevard complete with the obligatory swimming pools, tennis courts and wellness suites. Also there are two main daily markets in Agadir and plenty of traditional restaurants serving authentic Moroccan cuisine.

Paphos, Cyprus:

Average December Temperature:  21°C
Average December Rainfall: 53mm
Average Hours of Sunshine: 7 hours

The Mediterranean island of Cyprus, also known as Aphrodite's Island (for those seeking a romantic break) receives plenty of sunshine all year round. Throughout the winter daily hours of sunshine never fall below 6 or 7 hours, perfect for when you're searching for where is hot in December for a holiday. Strewn with long sandy beaches and quaint villages parts of Cyprus can feel like a world away from the stress of life back home. In particular the resort of Paphos caters for a wide variety of holiday makers. Families will enjoy the Coral Bay area 7.5 miles away from Paphos town, with a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of bars and restaurants lining a beautiful sandy beach.  At just 4h 30mins from the UK and a wide range of accommodation options to choose from to suit your budget, Cyprus could just be the December get-away you're looking for.

Cancun:

Average December Temperature: 29°C
Average December Rainfall: 85mm
Average Hours of Sunshine: 6hrs

Famed for its nightlife and white sandy beaches, Cancun is a top Caribbean holiday destination all year round. Despite a 10 hour flight time from the UK, Cancun is well worth the effort to guarantee a great party and a fantastic tan even in the depths of December. It's worth bearing in mind, that the beaches of Cancun are split between the north and the east. To the north, Playa Las Perlas and Playa Linda are superb for watersports, in particular the excellent diving tours and turtle farm close to Isla Mujeres. Whilst the eastern side of Cancun is home to Playa Ballenas, Gaviota Azul, San Miguelito and Playa Delfines; quieter beaches though susceptible to stronger winds but are ideal if you are seeking a peaceful December escape. Away from the beaches, Chichen Itza is an amazing Mayan ruins site with amazing pyramids and stunning temples, well worth a day trip.

Cape Verde:

Average December Temperature:  27°C
Average December Rainfall: 9mm
Average Hours of Sunshine: 7hrs

Situated around 300 miles just off the coast West Africa in the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Verde is an eclectic hybrid of African and Portuguese cultural influences. Though Cape Verde is not a mainstream tourist mecca unlike the Canary or Balearic Islands, it does still attract large numbers of visitors to the stunning beaches of Sal and Boa Vista. For active thrill seekers, your hot holiday in December to Cape Verde could involve awesome hiking on hillsides layered with frozen lava, incredible surfing and windsurfing and excellent deep sea fishing. If you're looking for something a little different and average daytime temperatures of 27°C then Cape Verde could be the remote escape you're looking for.