Cuba

Cuba Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cuba in August.

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Havana Ciego de Ávila Cienfuegos Camagüey

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 to Expect 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 (88°F) in Cabo Cruz to 34°C (93°F) in Ciego de Ávila. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Ciego de Ávila and 28°C (82°F) 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 (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Camagüey with 127 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Havana gets approximately 261 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Cuba in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Cuba

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Cuba?

Temperature range in Cuba (August)

Precipitation variation in Cuba (August)

Havana

In August Havana generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
278 hours
261 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Havana →

Camagüey

In August Camagüey generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Camagüey →

Cabo Cruz

In August Cabo Cruz generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C (82°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Cabo Cruz →

Cienfuegos

In August Cienfuegos generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Cienfuegos →

Guantanamo

In August Guantanamo generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Guantanamo →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cuba in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Havana 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Ciego de Ávila 34°C (93°F) 25°C (77°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Cienfuegos 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Camagüey 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Guantanamo 32°C (90°F) 27°C (81°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Cabo Cruz 31°C (88°F) 28°C (82°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

Cuba weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cuba in August?

Cuba typically experiences poor weather in August, part of the season. Daytime highs in Havana average around 33°C (91°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Cuba in August?

In Havana, the average daytime high in August is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Cuba get a lot of rain in August?

Havana typically receives notable rainfall in August, about 103 mm (4.1 in) on average across Cuba.

Is August a Good 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, August tends to have poor weather conditions.

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