Havana, CubaQuick decision
When to visit Havana?
🌞 Best time overall
December
🌡️ Optimal temperature
70°F–82°F in December
🌧 Least rain
22% rainy days in December
🌧 Wettest month
June (73%)
📅 Best score
8.5/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Music & CultureYear-round — son cubano, salsa, cabarets, Casa de la Música.
Cars & ArchitectureNovember–April — dry season, rides in 1950s Chevrolets.
Beaches & VaraderoNovember-May — Varadero 2h away, turquoise Caribbean waters.
Rum & FoodYear-round — Floridita, Bodeguita del Medio, daïquiri.
FamilyDecember–March — dry season, cultural visits, accessible beaches.
BudgetMay–October — rainy season, affordable prices, fewer tourists.
Monthly climate data
Havana weather month by month
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rainy days (%) | Precip. in/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 68°F | 81°F | 31% | 0.1in | 9.8h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ February | 70°F | 84°F | 23% | 0.0in | 10.5h | 8.4/10 |
| ☀️ March | 70°F | 86°F | 21% | 0.0in | 11.0h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 72°F | 88°F | 29% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 75°F | 90°F | 51% | 0.1in | 12.3h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ June | 75°F | 90°F | 73% | 0.2in | 12.4h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ July | 77°F | 91°F | 62% | 0.1in | 12.4h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ August | 77°F | 91°F | 63% | 0.2in | 11.7h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ September | 77°F | 90°F | 70% | 0.2in | 11.1h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 75°F | 86°F | 55% | 0.1in | 10.5h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 72°F | 82°F | 34% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 8.2/10 |
| ☀️ December | 70°F | 82°F | 22% | 0.1in | 9.7h | 8.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 31°F, 34% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.9/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 33°F, 66% rainy days, 12.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.0/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 30°F, 53% rainy days, 10.5h sunshine/day. Score: 7.5/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 28°F, 25% rainy days, 10.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.4/10.
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FAQ
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December is ideal with 22% rainy days and 28°F.
June is the wettest month with 73% rainy days.
Yes, December is the best month with an average of 28°F.
In winter, the average score is 8.4/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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