Cuba
Weather by month
Current – 10-day forecastForecast

Cuba Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F), December in Cuba brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 70 mm (2.8 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Cuba in December

You can expect rain on around 13 days based on historical patterns, with 70 mm (2.8 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Cuba in December

December in Cuba sees highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) overnight. Experience the winter season in December. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Cuba in December

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 148 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Cuba in December

In December, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, April, May and October typically offer the best circumstances for Cuba.

Cuba Temperature in December

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
70 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
81% *
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots) *
Sunshine
148 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
54% *
* Data from: Beja, Portugal (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Cuba Weather by Month

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

Best Places in Portugal in December

Find out more about the weather in Portugal and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Portugal in December →

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).

What to Wear in Cuba in December

For Cuba in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Cuba in December

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

Cuba 3-Day Forecast

More climate data for Cuba

Popular in December

Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.