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Mapped: The Best Month to Visit Every Country and U.S. State

The Best Month to Visit Every Country and U.S. State

Key Takeaways:

  • August is the most common ideal month in the dataset, ranking first for 63 of the 261 locations analyzed.
  • July through September account for 150 locations, or nearly 58% of the dataset.
  • January and February stand out across tropical and Southern Hemisphere destinations, including much of the Caribbean.

What is the best time of year to visit a destination?

Why Europe’s CO₂ Emissions Plunge Every Summer

Why Europe’s CO₂ Emissions Plunge Every Summer

Key Takeaways:

  • Europe’s estimated CO₂ emissions fell to 5.6 megatonnes (Mt) per day in August 2025, the lowest monthly average of the year.
  • August emissions were 28% below the 2025 monthly average, reflecting both warmer weather and Europe’s summer slowdown.

Europe’s summer holiday season doesn’t just empty offices and cities. It also leaves a visible mark on the continent’s carbon emissions.

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