Climate of Cuba — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Cuba. Part of Caribbean, America.
Located in Caribbean, America, Cuba has a consistently warm climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 21°C / 69.8°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in July, with annual rainfall totalling around 1077.1000000000001 mm / 42.4 in — driest in January (20.3 mm / 0.8 in), wettest in September (175.3 mm / 6.9 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C69.8°F | 20.3 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| February | 21°C69.8°F | 25.4 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 22.2°C72°F | 35.6 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 24.4°C75.9°F | 45.7 mm1.8″ | — |
| May | 26.1°C79°F | 119.4 mm4.7″ | Tropical |
| June | 27°C80.6°F | 150 mm5.9″ | Tropical |
| July | 27.5°C81.5°F | 119.4 mm4.7″ | Tropical |
| August | 27.5°C81.5°F | 160 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
| September | 27.4°C81.3°F | 175.3 mm6.9″ | Tropical |
| October | 26.7°C80.1°F | 160 mm6.3″ | Tropical |
| November | 24.4°C75.9°F | 40.6 mm1.6″ | — |
| December | 22.2°C72°F | 25.4 mm1″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cuba?
The best months to visit Cuba for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, December. The warmest month is July (27.5°C / 81.5°F average), and the driest is January (~20.3 mm / 0.8 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Cuba?
Cuba has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 21°C / 69.8°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1077 mm / 42.4 in, with the wettest month being September (175.3 mm / 6.9 in) and the driest January (20.3 mm / 0.8 in). Regional variation within Cuba can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Cuba?
The hottest month in Cuba is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Cuba?
The coldest month in Cuba is January, with a country-wide average temperature of 21°C / 69.8°F.
When does it rain most in Cuba?
The wettest month in Cuba is September, averaging about 175.3 mm / 6.9 in of rain. The driest is January with about 20.3 mm / 0.8 in.