Published on October 18, 2025•3 min read
10 Winter-Sun Destinations for 2025–26 (Plus Easy Figabytes eSIM Tips)
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Craving blue skies while it’s grey at home? These destinations stay warm(ish) through December–March—and they’re eSIM-friendly so you can land, scan, and go.
1) Dubai, UAE
Why go: Peak beach weather in winter; big events, beaches, desert safaris.
Typical Jan temps: ~25 °C daytime highs, ~16 °C lows. Wikipedia
Figabytes tip: Install over Wi-Fi before you fly; set Mobile Data → Figabytes and toggle Data Roaming on when you land.
2) Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain)
Why go: Reliable sun, volcano hikes, black-sand beaches.
Typical Jan temps: ~21 °C average; highs around 21–22 °C. Weather Spark+1
Figabytes tip: Great for tethering a laptop—choose a slightly larger data pack if you work on the go.
3) Algarve, Portugal
Why go: 300+ sunny days a year, coastal walks, off-season calm. Lonely Planet
Figabytes tip: Use dual-SIM—keep your home line for calls, use Figabytes for EU data.
4) Malta
Why go: Historic cities (Valletta, Mdina), mild Mediterranean winter.
Typical Dec temps: ~15 °C average. Jou Jou Travels
Figabytes tip: Download maps offline, then let Figabytes handle turn-by-turn and café hopping.
5) Madeira, Portugal
Why go: Subtropical scenery, levada trails, year-round blooms.
Warm-winter pick lists: Frequently ranks among Europe’s warmest winter escapes. Travel Off Path
Figabytes tip: Perfect for light users—pick a smaller plan and top up if needed.
6) Cyprus (Limassol/Paphos)
Why go: Sunshine, seafront promenades, ancient sites.
Warm-winter pick lists: Regularly featured for winter sun. CN Traveller+1
Figabytes tip: If you’re renting a car, enable hotspot for in-car navigation.
7) Sicily, Italy
Why go: Culture + milder temps than mainland; coastal towns stay lively.
Warm-winter pick lists: Often cited among Europe’s warmest winter city breaks. Travel Off Path
Figabytes tip: Set Figabytes as Primary Data but keep iMessage/FaceTime on your home number if you prefer.
8) Oman (Muscat)
Why go: Pristine beaches, wadis, and low humidity in winter; luxe or low-key both work.
Editor picks: Appears in premium “winter sun” roundups alongside Dubai and Maldives. CN Traveller
Figabytes tip: Great road-trip country—download playlists and use Figabytes for maps and bookings.
9) Cape Town, South Africa
Why go: Southern-hemisphere summer: beaches, hikes, wine country.
Editor picks: A recurring “best winter sun” inclusion. CN Traveller
Figabytes tip: Choose a regional plan if you’re also visiting neighboring countries.
10) Thai Islands (Phuket/Krabi/Koh Samui)
Why go: Dry season, island-hopping, world-class food.
Editor picks: Consistently rated for guaranteed sunshine. CN Traveller
Figabytes tip: Use dual-SIM—keep your home number for OTPs; run data on Figabytes to dodge roaming fees.
Quick planner: how to use Figabytes eSIM abroad
Buy & install over Wi-Fi (QR or manual code).
Set Mobile Data to Figabytes; enable Data Roaming on arrival.
If data doesn’t start: add the APN from your order, toggle Airplane Mode off/on.
Need more gigs? Top up in the app—no re-install.
What about Europe in general?
If you’re staying within Europe, winter-sun standouts include the Canary Islands, Madeira, Cyprus, southern Spain/Portugal—all widely recommended by travel editors this season.
Bottom line
Pick a sunny base, install Figabytes eSIM in minutes, and enjoy warm days without roaming bill shock. Winter doesn’t have to be grey.