Weather in August in Cuba
Planning a getaway to Cuba this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Cuba in August?
August in Cuba generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C in Cabo Cruz to 34°C in Ciego de Ávila. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Ciego de Ávila and 28°C in Cabo Cruz. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Cuba. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.To explore the conditions in Cuba in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Guantanamo with an average of 57 mm to high rainfall in Ciego de Ávila with 110 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Havana enjoys close to 261 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For a more detailed look at Cuba's conditions throughout the year, check out our Cuba climate page.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Cuba, check out our Cuba's climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Cuba?
Havana
In August Havana generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Cabo Cruz
In August Cabo Cruz generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Cienfuegos
In August Cienfuegos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Guantanamo
In August Guantanamo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Ciego de Ávila
In August Ciego de Ávila generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Cuba?
In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Cuba due to the typically tolerable weather in Havana.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Havana. In contrast, June, August, September and October tend to have tolerable weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Cuba.
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