Cuba Weather and Climate
The Seasons and the Winds
Cuba enjoys a warm and sunny climate that is typical of the tropics; the region is also known for its temperamental weather on account of the trade winds which determine the humidity in Cuba.
This is because Cuba is situated in the Caribbean Sea, a part of the world that finds its weather being constantly determined by these winds that blow from the south to the northeast.
When you decide to travel to Cuba, bear in mind that there are two primary climatic seasons in Cuba, namely, the rainy and the dry season.
The rainy season begins in May and continues right through to October, while the dry season, begins in November soon after the rainy season, and ends in April.
Hurricane Season
An important factor that all tourists traveling to Cuba should take into consideration when planning a holiday or vacation to the region is the possible hurricane season in Cuba.
Although Cuba does not have annual hurricanes, the months of September and October are prone to heavy rains which can be inconvenient for tourists who wish to explore the region.
Therefore, it is advisable to plan your trip to Cuba between January to August or in November and December.
Further information
- An ordinary day in Cuba sees temperatures of 25° C or so, with some of its colder days clocking temperatures in the vicinity of 20° C.
- For travelers worried about the heat in Cuba, the maximum temperature you may encounter during your stay here is 30° C, although this may vary depending on the time of year that you choose to travel to Cuba.
- The best time to travel to Cuba is between March to May, when the weather is sunny without much humidity and almost no rain.
