Havana in December
Great time to visit
Peak season returns with perfect weather and festive energy. December offers ideal conditions but you'll pay premium prices and share the Malecón with lots of other visitors.
Weather
December delivers ideal conditions with 27°C days and 19°C nights. Humidity stays comfortable around 74%. Rain is minimal - maybe 5-6 days of light precipitation.
27°C high19°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
high crowds
~$82/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Christmas celebrations
- •New Year's Eve at Malecón
- •Parrandas festivals in central Cuba
December Tips
- •Book everything months ahead for New Year's Eve
- •Christmas is celebrated but New Year's is the bigger party
- •Pack layers for surprisingly cool December evenings
All Months
November through April gives you perfect weather – 75-80°F with low humidity and minimal rain. December and January are peak season, so expect higher casa particular rates and more crowds in Old Havana. February hits the sweet spot with great weather and fewer tourists. March brings spring break energy but manageable crowds. April starts getting warmer but still comfortable for walking around all day. May through October means hurricane season, oppressive humidity, and afternoon thunderstorms. But you'll pay 30% less for accommodation and have restaurants to yourself. Hurricane season peaks August through October – risky but potentially rewarding if storms stay away. The rainy season doesn't mean all-day downpours, just intense afternoon showers that cool things down.
Havana Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
8/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
4/10
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