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Where the sun actually is
Top-scoring cities across Europe and North America for the upcoming Friday–Sunday window.
Why LastMinuteSun
Not another weather app
Sunshine gain
Ranked by improvement, not absolutes
We show how much more sun you'd get vs your home city - so the top result is worth the trip.
Real weather data
2,000+ cities, refreshed daily
A transparent five-factor score recalculated every morning against the latest forecasts - no cached hype.
Distance aware
Weekend-trip range only
Filter by car, train, or plane with realistic travel times. If you can't reach it Friday evening, it's not shown.
Limited time
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Find sunshine in 3 steps
1
Enter your city
Type any city in Europe or North America, or use your location
2
See sunshine scores
Real-time scores for 2,000+ cities based on weather data
3
Book your escape
Direct links to hotels, trains, and flights
Your vibe
What kind of trip are you after?
Nature & Adventure
Trails with a golden glow
Beach Breaks
Sand, sea, and sunshine
Food & Culture
Terraces, markets, warm nights
City Sunscapes
Urban vibes, warm rays
Our methodology
How weather scores work
We continuously analyze meteorological data for 2,000+ cities across 43 countries in Europe and North America. Each city receives a weather score from 0 to 10 based on three forecast signals for the upcoming Saturday-Sunday window: sunshine hours (40%), daytime temperature (30%), and precipitation probability (30%). A score of 8+ means you can expect clear skies and warm weather - perfect for a spontaneous weekend getaway.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How does LastMinuteSun calculate weather scores?
We combine three forecast signals for the upcoming Saturday-Sunday window - sunshine hours (40%), daytime temperature (30%), and precipitation probability (30%) - into a single 0 (poor) to 10 (excellent) score.
How many cities are covered?
We score over 2,000 cities across 43 countries - Europe from Iceland to Turkey, and North America from Vancouver to Miami.
Is LastMinuteSun free to use?
Yes! Searching and comparing destinations is completely free. We earn a small commission when you book a hotel through our Booking.com links - at no extra cost to you.
How often is the weather data updated?
Weather scores are continuously refreshed based on the latest meteorological forecasts, so you always see the most current conditions.
Can I filter by how I want to travel?
Absolutely. Filter results by car (80 km/h avg), train (100 km/h avg), or plane (900 km/h avg). Each mode includes realistic overhead time - for example, 3 hours for flights to account for airport transfers and boarding.
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