October

The best time to visit Albania is from April to June and September and October when the weather is warm and rainfall is at it's lowest. The coastline benefits from sea breezes in the summer making for very pleasant weather.

May to October is notably the best time in Botswana for safari season. These months mark the winter in southern Africa with cloudless days, mild temperatures and little to no rain. In September and October when the heat starts to build predator viewing is excellent due to the lack of thick vegetation.

Chile is home to a variety of different climates due to its length. October to March is the best time to visit Santiago and the central region when the temperature is warm and there is very little rain. During this time the Atacama and the north are also very pleasant and the weather is sunny. Patagonia is best to visit in the summer when weather patterns are less severe and temperatures are at their warmest.

October to June is the best time to visit Cuba when the country experiences the dry season bringing warm temperatures and low rainfall.

May to September is the best time to visit to Cyprus as the weather is warm and sunny and rainfall is low. If visiting the mountainous areas temperatures may be slightly cooler than those on the coast.

Egypt's weather is comfortable and temperate for most of the year but generally the best times to visit are September to November and February to April when the heat isn't too strong. During these times it is also best to visit the Mediterranean coast when the weather is usually at its best here.

October to June is the best time to visit the highlands in Ethiopia due to the lack of rain and milder temperatures. During this time it is also best to visit the sites in Axum, Lalibela and Addis Ababa as the weather makes for a much more enjoyable visit. January is an excellent time to visit the country as the weather is good and the festival of Timkat is celebrated in the town of Bahar Dar. The festivals Meskal in Addis Ababa and Tsion Mariam in Axum are celebrated in September and November.

The temperature in Guyana varies very little year-round due to the equatorial location of the country. February to April and August to October are the best times to visit Guyana, as the weather is driest during these times. Coastal areas receive sea breezes during the day keeping the temperatures pleasant. Further inland temperatures drop slightly compared to those on the coast.

Israel usually have warm and cloudless days throughout the year, however, September and October and March and April are notably the best times to visit the country. During this time the temperature is mild and the rainfall is low allowing for a very pleasant trip.

Jordan's weather is predominantly classic desert weather, with hot days and cool nights. The highlands in the north-west are best to visit from April to October when it's drier and milder. The Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea are best to visit from October to March when it's dry and warm.

June to October is notably the best time to visit Kenya for game as wildlife viewing is plentiful and the weather is good with mild temperatures and little to no rainfall. During this time the annual wildebeest migration takes place in the Masai Mara between mid-July and early October and draws in many visitors to view it.

The best time to visit Lebanon is from May to September when the country experiences a Mediterranean climate. During this time the coast is hot and has little to no rainfall, whereas, further inland in the mountainous areas of the country the temperature is generally cooler.

The best time to visit Madagascar is between April and October during the dry season when there is very little rainfall and mild temperatures. During this time visits to the tropical islands such as Sainte Marie with and Nosy Komba are very pleasant and sightings of black lemur is plentiful. Between July and November a trip to Manafaify Beach is worthwhile for whale watching.

Malta experiences warm weather all year round with July, August and September being the warmest months. During this time the hot days are cooled by pleasant sea breezes making the temperature comfortable.

Along the coast of Mozambique temperatures are warm and pleasant for most of the year due to the sea breezes. Between November and February is the best time to visit the country's coast for turtle nesting as well as excellent snorkelling and encounters with bottlenose dolphins.

The best time to travel to Namibia is between April and October when the temperatures are coolest and there is very little rainfall. Throughout the year the coastal areas such as Swakopmund are much cooler than the desert area further inland. Wildlife viewing is good all year round but is usually at its best during the drier months when the wildlife congregates together around various waterholes.

The best time to visit Oman is from October to April when the temperature is much milder and comfortable. During this time the coast is at its best as the humidity is low. Further inland the heat is much drier during this time making the heat much less oppressive.

The best time to visit Samoa is between May and October, during the country’s dry season. The wet season is from November to April, during which time the islands are susceptible to tropical cyclones. The average annual temperature is 26.5C in coastal areas, with cooler temperatures inland, while humidity averages around 80%.

July to October is the best time to travel to Tanzania when the weather is warm and dry. Although wildlife viewing is good throughout the year during this time is the most enjoyable. A good time to view the wildebeest migration is during their return to the Serengeti in December.

Between March and May and September and October is the best time to travel to Tunisia. During this time the temperatures are mild and the rainfall low especially at the coast and inland. If visiting the highlands temperatures can be much colder for most parts of the year.

April to September is the best time to travel to Zambia for wildlife viewing. These months mark the dry season in southern Africa when temperatures are mild and there is little to no rainfall. During this time wildlife congregate around waterholes providing excellent wildlife viewing with good visibility through the lack of thick vegetation.

Australia can be visited year round. Seasons in the southern half of Australia are usually the opposite of those in the northern hemisphere: spring comes in September, summer is from December to February, autumn from March to May, and winter starts in June. The north coast has a wet season from November to April and a dry season from May to September. Central Australia has little heavy rain and is best between March and May.

Between October to mid-December and February to April are the best times to visit Bhutan as the weather is sunny and the temperatures are mild. The warmer weather is more prominent the further lowland you go in Bhutan as high mountainous areas are generally colder throughout the year. If travelling in the highlands skies are clearer and visibility is at its best between October and January.

From September until March is the best time to visit Brazil when the weather warm and sunny. If visiting Salvador and the north-east November to February is the best time to visit as sea breezes cool down the warmer days and rainfall is low.

Due to its magnitude, the weather across China varies significantly. The climate in the north and east, tends to be fairly continental, boasting hot summers and dry snowy winters between December and February. Central China is warmer but with more rainfall. In the South-West, Kunming is host to generally pleasant weather year round. Despite these differences, the best time to travel to China in general is during the spring months of March to May and the autumnal months of September and October.

The best time to visit Greece is from April to October when the weather is warm and rainfall is limited. During this time the hotter days are cooled by the seasonal winds called meltemi, while the more mountainous area experience lower temperatures.

The monsoon hits different regions at different times, affecting north and central India from May to September. In the south the monsoon generally lasts until October.

The best time to visit Italy is from April to October when the weather is warm and dry. Southern and central Italy experience mild and dry weather for most parts of the year while the mountainous areas experience lower temperatures and slightly more rainfall. Sicily: The best time to visit Sicily is from April to October when there is plenty of sunshine and the temperatures are warm and the rain is rare.

Japan's weather is very mixed and there are wide differences between the regions. Generally the country experiences cool and cold sunny winters, and warm, humid summers, with most of the rainfall occurring in the summer. The best time to travel is spring or autumn, when days are relatively mild and clear.

Although Mauritius is a year-round destination between July to September is notably the best time to visit as the temperature is comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is also the best time to explore the Central Plateau as the views are clear and walks and hikes are uninterrupted by rainfall.

There are five main climatic regions in Morocco. The best time to visit the Atlas foothills is between February and May and September and October when the weather is at its most pleasant. The Sahara region is generally hot all year round but the weather is at its best in spring and autumn. The Atlantic coast has a Mediterranean climate and rainfall is low all throughout the year with comfortable temperatures. The best time to visit here is between April and June.

The best time to visit Nepal is between October and April when the weather is warm and sunny. This prevails more the further lowland you go as the high mountainous areas are covered with snow and ice throughout the year. If visiting the highlands skies are clearer and visibility is at its best between October and January.

The best time to visit the Andean region in Peru is during the dry season from April to September when the days are sunny and warm. In Lima and along the coast experiences a dry climate all year round and temperatures are usually mild.

The Seychelles is located in the tropics causing fairly constant temperatures all year round. June to October is the best time to visit the Seychelles, as there is very little rainfall and the temperatures are at their most comfortable. This gives visitors the best opportunity to explore the islands and what they have to offer.

The best time to visit Spain is from April to October when the temperatures are warmer and the chance of rainfall is much lower. Southern Spain experiences hotter and drier days cooled by sea breezes during this time, while northern Spain experiences lower temperatures usually.

The best time to visit Turkey is during the summer time from April to October when the temperatures are warm and there is a low chance of rainfall. Istanbul has very pleasant summer temperatures, while the Anatolian plateau and Mediterranean coast experience warmer temperatures. The eastern mountainous part of Turkey usually has lower temperatures throughout the year.