Holiday in the sun: Find where it's hot at any time of the year

JANUARY

Holidays in January are a great way to escape the winter blues and get your year off to a flying start. Jet off to Cape Town, South Africa and see the ‘big five’ on safari. Shake off the Christmas pud by scuba diving in Mauritius, hiking in the rainforests of Brazil or windsurfing in Gran Canaria.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Brazil
  • from £71
  • 29 ºC
  • 10 hrs, 47 mins
FEBRUARY

Whisk your loved one away for Valentine's Day in Argentina, where you can dine al fresco in the balmy evening and tango under the stars. Celebrate Marrakech’s history, music and food at the cultural festivals taking place in February, or round up friends for a fun-filled stay in Florida Keys.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Florida
  • from £85
  • 23 ºC
  • 8 hrs, 36 mins
  • Dubai
  • from £157
  • 24 ºC
  • 6 hrs, 40 mins
MARCH

If you're dreaming of a white sandy beach and a clear blue sea, then Barbados is just the place to escape wet weather and chilly winds. And if you're wondering where is hot in March for all the family to enjoy, try Orlando where you'll find plenty of activities for all ages.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Barbados
  • from £186
  • 28 ºC
  • 8 hrs, 14 mins
  • India
  • from £96
  • 32 ºC
  • 9 hrs
APRIL

For glorious April sunshine, book a villa with a pool in Lanzarote and explore its volcanic landscapes. If you're looking for more adventure, go camel-riding in Egypt, cycling and hiking through Croatia, or sea kayaking and snorkelling in Turkey.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Egypt
  • from £74
  • 30 ºC
  • 5 hrs, 51 mins
  • Croatia
  • from £71
  • 16 ºC
  • 3 hrs, 10 mins
MAY

Paris is beautiful in the springtime and with its jazz festivals and museums opening their doors after dark, there’s plenty to do. If you're looking for more holidays in May full of activities, check out Barcelona's galleries and architectural delights, or discover Crete's fascinating history.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Turkey
  • from £71
  • 21 ºC
  • 4 hrs, 45 mins
JUNE

June's the perfect time to book a break in Tuscany. Go walking and take in the views of rolling hills dotted with poppies and wildflowers. Admire mountainous landscapes in Portugal and Cyprus, spectacular coastlines in the Balearic Islands or luscious green countryside in Wales.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Wales
  • from £101
  • 18 ºC
  • -
  • Portugal
  • from £72
  • 20 ºC
  • 2 hrs, 21 mins
JULY

Now to find out where is hot in July - a top month for UK holidays in the sun. Book a Kentish cottage in South East England or a surfer's paradise in picture-perfect Cornwall. Further afield, try Italy, with its historic centres, or Spain, where you can bag cheap holidays in the sun on the Costa Brava.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Italy
  • from £71
  • 29 ºC
  • 2 hrs, 17 mins
AUGUST

Head to Scotland to explore the majestic glens and lochs of the Highlands. For a chilled-out English stay, tour the West Country's highlights, such as Stonehenge and the Somerset Levels. Need more inspiration for sunshine holidays in August? Try a glam shopping trip to Nice or a beach break in Corfu.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
SEPTEMBER

For truly remarkable September holidays, set your sights on some California sunshine. Start in heady San Francisco and drive out for stunning coastal views of Big Sur. Visit the gorges and pretty provincial towns of the south of France, or book a short city break in buzzing Lisbon.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Spain
  • from £70
  • 30 ºC
  • 2 hrs, 20 mins
  • France
  • from £72
  • 25 ºC
  • 1 hrs, 30 mins
OCTOBER

Try out Turkey's Mediterranean coast for great October holidays in the sun - discover the ancient city of Side or chill out in the upmarket resort of Belek. Catch some Canary Island rays in fun-filled Fuerteventura, or stroll the stunning natural parks and coastlines of Andalucia.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Rhodes
  • from £88
  • 24 ºC
  • 8 hrs, 38 mins
  • Algarve
  • from £82
  • 19 ºC
  • 8 hrs, 41 mins
NOVEMBER

Top spot for holidays in November goes to heavenly Hawaii. It's the dream sunshine trip, with six paradise islands dotted in a crystal-clear ocean. You could also see the sun set over the pyramids in Egypt, jet ski off tropical Saint Martin, or soak up centuries of history and culture in Israel.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Egypt
  • from £74
  • 27 ºC
  • 6 hrs
  • Hawaii
  • from £288
  • 27 ºC
  • 14 hrs, 17 mins
  • Israel
  • from £132
  • 24 ºC
  • 5 hrs, 39 mins
DECEMBER

Craving sunshine over midwinter? There's plenty of choice when it comes to December holidays. Fly off to Thailand's Phuket for sun, sand and nightlife or visit Mexico for beaches and bustling cities. Australia or New Zealand are perfect for those looking for breathtaking scenery and a warm welcome.

  • Destination
  • Price per week
  • Average temperature
  • Flight time from London
  • Thailand
  • from £72
  • 29 ºC
  • 11 hrs, 25 mins
  • Bali
  • from £75
  • 30 ºC
  • 15 hrs, 12 mins
  • Mexico
  • from £108
  • 28 ºC
  • 10 hrs, 42 mins