Havana Weather Update: Current Conditions and Climate Overview

Understanding the climate in Havana, Cuba, is increasingly relevant for both residents and the significant number of tourists who visit the city. Climate is determined by factors including altitude, latitude and proximity to the sea, influencing short-term atmospheric conditions like temperature, pressure, wind, and precipitation.

Current Weather Forecast for Havana

As of today, the probability of rain in Havana is 60% during the day, decreasing to 3% overnight. Cloud cover is expected to be 52% during the day and 4% at night. Daytime temperatures will reach a high of 29 degrees Celsius, while nighttime temperatures will drop to 22 degrees Celsius. Wind gusts are forecast to reach 39 kilometers per hour during the day and 30 kilometers per hour at night. The ultraviolet (UV) index is expected to reach a level of 8.

Havana’s Tropical Savannah Climate

Havana is characterized by a tropical savannah climate due to its location within the trade wind belt and the warmth of surrounding ocean currents. Winters are mild, with a record low temperature of 3.2 degrees Celsius recorded on January 30, 2022. The highest recorded temperature in the city was 38.2 degrees Celsius in September 2015.

Seasonal Climate Patterns in Havana

Cuba experiences two primary seasons: a dry season from November to April, with minimum temperatures between 18 and 21 degrees Celsius and maximum temperatures reaching 27 degrees Celsius. and a hot and rainy season from May to October, with maximum temperatures around 31 degrees Celsius. The period between September and November is prone to cyclones, and hurricanes.

Humidity and Temperature Extremes in Cuba

The Cuban archipelago generally experiences high humidity, averaging around 90%, which contributes to a feeling of intense heat throughout much of the year. The highest temperature ever recorded in Cuba was 39.3 degrees Celsius in Veguitas, Granma, on April 11, 2020. The lowest recorded temperature was 0.6 degrees Celsius in Baiona on February 8, 1996.

About Havana and Cuba

Havana is the capital and most populated city of Cuba, an island country located in the Caribbean Sea. Cuba consists of 15 provinces plus Havana. The country’s climate is generally tropical.