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Antarctica is best to visit between November and March when the ice starts to break up due to the arrival of summer. During this time it is breeding season for most animals. January and February are the warmest months, when the penguin chicks hatch while, February and March provides the best encounters with humpback and minke whales.

Although Belize is warm all year round the best time to visit Belize is from November to May when the temperatures are warm and the chance of rainfall low.

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.

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 best time to visit Guatemala is from November to April when the weather is drier. Altitude has a big impact on the country's climate. The central plateau including Guatemala City, Antigua and Lake Atitlan experience warm days and cool nights. The jungle region in the north around Tikal is hotter than the central plateau region.

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.

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 The Cape is when the weather is at its warmest between November and March. If visiting the Kruger, wildlife viewing is good all year round although the best months to visit are in the dry season between May and September when animals congregate around the waterholes. The best time to visit the coast of KwaZulu-Natal is in the summer when temperatures are at their hottest. When moving further inland towards the Drakensberg mountains temperatures will cool significantly compared to the coast.

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.

The best time to visit Argentina is between November to March when the weather is warm and dry. If visiting Patagonia the best times for wildlife viewing especially penguins and until December whales; are between October and March, during this time the weather is also at its best.

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.

The weather in Cambodia tends to be hot and humid all year. The rainy season falls between late April and September. The best time of year to visit is during the cooler and drier winter months between November and March.

November to April is the best time to visit Costa Rica. During this time San Jose and the central highlands are generally quite warm. The Pacific coast also experiences warm weather during this time and is much drier.

Temperatures in Ecuador are always mild even at high altitude due to the equatorial location of the country. June to September is the best time to visit as rainfall is at its lowest. The Galapagos Islands are best to visit from May to December when it's dry season and the temperature is warm and there is little rainfall.

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.

Whilst the weather in Laos is usually hot and humid all year, the rainy season falls between late April and September. Therefore the best time of year to visit is during the winter months between November and March, when it is cooler and drier.

Malaysia is generally hot and humid year round, with differing rainfall patterns. The east coast of Peninsular Malaysia experiences rainfall between November and January, while the west coast experiences more rainfall from August to October. Downpours throughout the year tend to be short and sharp, leaving the rest of the day fairly clear. On the island of Borneo, the weather is most pleasant between May and October, especially during the fruiting season when there is more wildlife activity in the rainforest.

Between December and April is notably the best time to travel to the Maldives when the weather is sunny and warm and rainfall is at its lowest. During this time conditions for swimming and snorkelling are at their best due to clear waters and better visibility around the coral reefs.

The best time to visit Mexico is from November to April when the weather is warm and dry. Mexico City and the central plateau experience a mild spring-like climate due to the altitude. During this time the Yucatan Peninsula is much warmer than the central plateau region but sea breezes cool the warmer days. This is also when this part of the country experiences low 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 Burma is from November to March, when it is not so hot and rains the least. April is very hot and dry and the rainy season is from May to September, during which time some resorts close.

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.

New Zealand’s weather can change unexpectedly, with cold fronts or tropical cyclones arriving quickly. Visitors should be prepared for sudden changes in weather and temperature, particularly if planning any outdoor activities. In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20C and 30C and in winter between 10C and 15C. The warmest months are December to February. The north of New Zealand is subtropical, while the south has a more temperate climate.

Portugal has a warm and sunny climate. The best time to visit is from March to June during the spring when the temperature is pleasant and there is little rainfall.

The best time to visit Sri Lanka is between November and March even though the weather is consistently warm and sunny throughout the year. The coast usually experiences higher temperatures but the sea breeze keeps the air fresh during the day. In the higher mountainous areas during this time the weather is sunny but temperatures are usually lower here than on the coast.

Thailand has a tropical monsoon climate, divided into a wet and dry season. For the central and northern areas, including Bangkok and Chiang Mai, the best times to visit are between November and March, since it is very hot in April and rainy between May and October. The south-west bordering the Andaman Sea, including Phuket and Krabi, is driest between November and March, while the south-eastern coast bordering the Gulf of Thailand is best between May and October.

The best time to visit the U.A.E is between October and November and February to March when temperatures are mild and mild and comfortable and humidity are much lower. During this time is also little to no rainfall.

November to May during the dry season is the best time to visit Venezuela as temperatures are mild and there is a lower chance of rainfall. Merida and the Andes are also best to visit during this time as Merida enjoys pleasant warm weather, if travelling to the Andes the temperature is colder due to the higher altitude. The best time to visit Los Llanos is from December to April during dry season, due to the lack of vegetation wildlife is easier to spot and the land is more accessible.

Vietnam's temperatures and rainfall vary widely. Since most tours of Vietnam include both the north and south, and invariably some of the central districts, it is difficult to pinpoint an ideal time to travel. However, the best overall months are probably October to March. The rainy season for most of the country is between May and September. The central highlands have an additional wet season between September and January.