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Cuba Weather in December

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

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Havana Ciego de Ávila Cienfuegos Camagüey

Are you planning a trip a to Cuba in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Cuba in December

December in Cuba generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 27°C (81°F) in Havana to 30°C (86°F) in Ciego de Ávila. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Ciego de Ávila and 21°C (70°F) in Havana.

For specific regional insights in Cuba, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Ciego de Ávila with an average of 19 mm (0.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Havana with 36 mm (1.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Havana enjoys about 193 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cuba - and find the best time to visit. (based on Havana)

January27°C (81°F) February28°C (82°F) March28°C (82°F) April30°C (86°F) May31°C (88°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August33°C (91°F) September32°C (90°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cuba in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cuba.

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Cuba?

Temperature range in Cuba (December)

Precipitation variation in Cuba (December)

Havana

In December Havana generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
193 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Havana →

Camagüey

In December Camagüey generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Camagüey →

Cabo Cruz

In December Cabo Cruz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Cabo Cruz →

Cienfuegos

In December Cienfuegos generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Cienfuegos →

Guantanamo

In December Guantanamo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
25 mm (1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Guantanamo →

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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Havana 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Ciego de Ávila 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Cienfuegos 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Camagüey 29°C (84°F) 21°C (70°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Guantanamo 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Cabo Cruz 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)

Cuba weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cuba in December?

Expect excellent weather across Cuba in December. The popular destination of Havana averages 27°C (81°F) by day and 21°C (70°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Cuba in December?

Average temperatures in Cuba during December range from a nighttime low near 21°C (70°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Havana.

Does Cuba get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Cuba during December, with Havana averaging close to 36 mm (1.4 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Cuba?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Cuba with overall excellent weather in Havana.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, November and December offering mostly excellent weather in Havana. In contrast, August tends to have less favorable weather conditions.

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