Capital city, Cuba
Havana weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Havana
Nov–Apr is drier and cooler. May–Oct is hot, humid and rainy, with hurricane risk Aug–Oct. Dec–Mar is busiest and priciest.
Havana weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan26°30 mm
- Feb28°29 mm
- Mar29°23 mm
- Apr31°33 mm
- May32°64 mm
- Jun32°108 mm
- Jul33°83 mm
- Aug33°108 mm
- Sep32°102 mm
- Oct30°87 mm
- Nov28°45 mm
- Dec27°30 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C80°F | 18°C65°F | 30 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| February | 28°C83°F | 19°C66°F | 29 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C85°F | 20°C68°F | 23 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| April | 31°C89°F | 22°C71°F | 33 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| May | 32°C90°F | 24°C74°F | 64 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| June | 32°C90°F | 25°C77°F | 108 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| July | 33°C91°F | 25°C78°F | 83 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| August | 33°C91°F | 26°C78°F | 108 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| September | 32°C89°F | 25°C77°F | 102 mm | 76% | Hot & humid |
| October | 30°C87°F | 24°C75°F | 87 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| November | 28°C83°F | 21°C70°F | 45 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| December | 27°C81°F | 20°C68°F | 30 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
Best months across Cuba
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Havana | Nov–Apr | Jul (33°C) |
| Varadero | Nov–Apr | Jul (33°C) |
| Viñales | Nov–Apr | Jul (32°C) |
| Trinidad | Nov–Apr | Jul (33°C) |
| Santiago de Cuba | Dec–Mar | Aug (33°C) |
| Cienfuegos | Dec–Apr | Aug (32°C) |
| Cayo Coco | Nov–Apr | Aug (30°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Havana?
Nov–Apr. Nov–Apr is drier and cooler. May–Oct is hot, humid and rainy, with hurricane risk Aug–Oct. Dec–Mar is busiest and priciest.
When is the rainy season in Havana?
Rain peaks in June with about 108 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Havana?
July, with average highs of 33°C (91°F).
How cold does Havana get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 18°C (65°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.