Havana weather in August (Cuba)

Curious about the August weather in Havana? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In August, Havana generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 33°C, while night temperatures can drop to 26°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Havana in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Typically around 12 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 261 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Havana. January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Havana climate page with graphs.

 

Havana, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 261 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Cuba in August

Find out more about the weather in Cuba in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Havana in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Cuba? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Cuba. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.