Cuba (Havana) · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 27° (81°)20– (68–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)20– (68–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)32 (90) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)34 (93) | 33° (91°)30– (86–)34 (93) | 33° (91°)28– (82–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)28– (82–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)26– (79–)33 (91) | 29° (84°)24– (75–)31 (88) | 28° (82°)21– (70–)30 (86) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 16° (61°)8– (46–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)8– (46–)22 (72) | 18° (64°)10– (50–)23 (73) | 20° (68°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)21– (70–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)21– (70–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 19° (66°)11– (52–)24 (75) | 18° (64°)10– (50–)22 (72) |
☀️Sunshine | 7h | 8h | 9h | 10h | 9h | 9h | 10h | 9h | 8h | 8h | 8h | 7h |
🌊Water Temp | 26° (79°) | 26° (79°) | 26° (79°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) | 28° (82°) | 27° (81°) |
🌧Rain Days | 2d34mm (1.3") | 2d29mm (1.1") | 3d42mm (1.6") | 3d47mm (1.9") | 6d90mm (3.5") | 11d239mm (9.4") | 9d140mm (5.5") | 10d199mm (7.8") | 9d160mm (6.3") | 9d109mm (4.3") | 4d49mm (1.9") | 2d26mm (1.0") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
January is among the best months in Cuba (Havana): only 2 rain days, 27°C (81°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F), cooling to 16°C (61°F) at night (daily average: 22°C (72°F)). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 2 rain days with 34 mm (1.3 in) total. The water is a warm 26°C (79°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in January are ideal.
The best time to visit Havana: dry, 25–28°C (77–82°F), the Malecón promenade in the evening light, and Old Havana's Caribbean-Spanish architecture in pleasant light. Jazz festival in December.
Packing list for Cuba (Havana) in January
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- Swimwear and beach towel
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Cuba (Havana)?
- Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Cuba (Havana) (Climate Score: 77/100). Pleasant temperatures (27°C (81°F)), good sunshine (7 h/day), and few rain days (2) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Cuba (Havana) in January?
- In January, Cuba (Havana) sees daily highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to 16°C (61°F), with a daily average of 22°C (72°F). Peaks reach around 30°C (86°F), the coldest nights around 8°C (46°F).
- How much rain falls in Cuba (Havana) in January?
- In January, Cuba (Havana) receives an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain over 2 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Cuba (Havana) get in January?
- Cuba (Havana) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Cuba (Havana) in January?
- Water temperature in Cuba (Havana) in January averages 26°C (79°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
