It is hot in December in many warm destinations around the world, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Some of the hottest places include:
- Maldives (25°C to 30°C)
 - Dubai (18°C to 26°C)
 - Cancun, Mexico (21°C to 30.4°C)
 - Barbados (24°C to 29°C)
 - Sri Lanka (24°C to 31°C)
 - Bali, Indonesia (26°C to 30°C)
 - The Gambia (18°C to 30°C)
 - Goa, India (22°C to 33°C)
 - Phuket, Thailand (25°C to 32°C)
 - Cape Town, South Africa (17°C to 24°C)
 - Miami, USA (21°C to 24°C)
 - Canary Islands (20°C to 25°C)
 - St Lucia (23°C to 29°C)
 - Mauritius (25°C to 30°C)
 
In Europe, some of the warmest spots in December include the Canary Islands, southern Spain, Malta, and Madeira with temperatures around 15°C to 24°C. For a warm island destination in December with beach-friendly temperatures, places like Aruba (around 27°C to 30°C), Oahu, Hawaii (around 24°C), and Caribbean islands are great picks. These destinations offer plenty of sunshine, warmth, and holiday activities suitable for December travel.
