Hottest places on the earth: Will you go?

Apr 29, 2024 ET Online

Death Valley, California, US

This desert valley holds the record for the hottest air temperature ever recorded reliably, with a scorching 56.7°C measured in 1913. Image Source: iStock

Lut Desert, Iran

While no official air temperature records exist, satellite readings suggest the Lut Desert's surface temperatures can reach a staggering 70°C, making it potentially the hottest place on Earth. Image Source: iStock

Turbat, Pakistan

This city in Balochistan holds a recorded high of 54°C, making it one of the hottest permanently inhabited places on Earth. Image Source: iStock

Kebili, Tunisia

This town in southern Tunisia boasts a scorching record of 55°C. Image Source: iStock

Al Aziziyah, Libya

While the validity of the record is debated, some claim a high of 58°C was measured here in 1922, which would be the hottest temperature ever recorded. Image Source: iStock

Mitribah, Kuwait

This weather station holds a recorded high of 54°C, making it a contender for the hottest inhabited place. Image Source: iStock

Wadi Halfa, Sudan

Situated on the Nile River, Wadi Halfa experiences scorching temperatures, with a recorded high of 53°C. Image Source: iStock

Ghadames, Libya

This ancient city boasts a unique underground architecture to escape the scorching desert heat, with highs reaching 50°C. Image Source: iStock