Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) · February
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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 | 29° (84°)26– (79–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)26– (79–)31 (88) | 29° (84°)27– (81–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)28– (82–)32 (90) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)32 (90) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)30– (86–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)30– (86–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)29– (84–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)28– (82–)33 (91) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)32 (90) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)31 (88) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 21° (70°)17– (63–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)18– (64–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)23 (73) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)21– (70–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)23– (73–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)22– (72–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)22– (72–)25 (77) | 23° (73°)20– (68–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)19– (66–)23 (73) |
☀️Sunshine | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 10h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 9h UV 9 | 8h UV 8 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 6 |
🌊Water Temp | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 28° (82°) | 29° (84°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 30° (86°) | 29° (84°) | 28° (82°) |
🌧Rain Days | 2d16mm (0.6") | 1d18mm (0.7") | 2d30mm (1.2") | 2d45mm (1.8") | 5d111mm (4.4") | 4d87mm (3.4") | 3d40mm (1.6") | 4d68mm (2.7") | 5d72mm (2.8") | 8d185mm (7.3") | 4d75mm (3.0") | 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.
February is among the best months in Cuba (Santiago de Cuba): only 1 rain day, 29°C (84°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 29°C (84°F), cooling to 21°C (70°F) at night (daily average: 25°C (77°F)). Peaks reach around 31°C (88°F), the coldest nights around 18°C (64°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 1 rain day with 18 mm (0.7 in) total. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in February are ideal.
The dry, pleasant season: the sky is mostly clear, the days are warm without being oppressive, and the nights stay mild. The city is easy to explore on foot now, and son and trova drift out of the Casas de la Trova in the evenings. The sea is warm enough for swimming.
Packing list for Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) in February
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Insect repellent
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Cuba (Santiago de Cuba)?
- Yes — February is one of the best months to visit Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) (Climate Score: 91/100). Pleasant temperatures (29°C (84°F)), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) in February?
- In February, Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) sees daily highs of 29°C (84°F). Nights cool to 21°C (70°F), with a daily average of 25°C (77°F). Peaks reach around 31°C (88°F), the coldest nights around 18°C (64°F).
- How much rain falls in Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) in February?
- In February, Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) receives an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) get in February?
- Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in February — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) in February?
- Water temperature in Cuba (Santiago de Cuba) in February averages 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
