Cuba
Country · Americas, Caribbean
Cuba is a country located in the Caribbean region with a population of about 11 million people and an area of 109,884 square kilometers. Its capital is Havana. The country offers a capital city experience, natural areas like the Zapata Swamp and Viñales Valley, and cultural sights.
Highlights
The site covers 10 top sights, focused primarily in the capital city of Havana. Cultural and historical landmarks include the National Capitol of Cuba, the Museum of the Revolution, Havana Cathedral, Colon Cemetery, Havana, and John Lennon Park. Military architecture and fortifications comprise La Cabaña, Castillo de la Real Fuerza, and Castillo de los Tres Reyes Del Morro, with La Cabaña and Castillo de los Tres Reyes Del Morro designated as UNESCO sites. Natural features include the Zapata Swamp and the Viñales Valley, which is also a UNESCO site.
Food and drink
Local dishes and drinks include the Mojito, Rum and Coke, Daiquiri, Ropa vieja, Bacardi cocktail, Mary Pickford, Frita, Medianoche, and Boliche.
When to go
This climate information covers Havana. January, February, and March have daily highs of 26 °C to 28 °C and lows of 20 °C to 21 °C, with rainfall between 48 mm and 66 mm over 3 to 5 days. April and May see highs reach 29 °C to 30 °C with rain up to 114 mm. From June through October, daily highs range from 29 °C to 32 °C and lows from 24 °C to 26 °C, with monthly rainfall peaking between 135 mm and 220 mm and rain occurring on 9 to 14 days per month. November and December return to highs of 26 °C to 28 °C and lower rainfall of 54 mm to 78 mm.
Practical notes
The currency is the Cuban peso. The official language is Spanish. Plugs A and B are used with a voltage of 110.0 V. Driving is on the right side of the road. The time zone is UTC−05:00.
Cities
Food and drink to try in Cuba
- Mojito
- Rum and Coke
- Daiquiri
- Ropa vieja
- Bacardi cocktail
- Mary Pickford
- Frita
- Medianoche
- Boliche
Top sights in Cuba
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 32 °C. The wettest is June, with about 220 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 29 | 28 | 26 |
| Average low, °C | 20 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 21 |
| Rainfall, mm | 56 | 66 | 48 | 77 | 114 | 220 | 135 | 159 | 199 | 142 | 78 | 54 |
| Rainy days | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 9 | 6 | 4 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Havana (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Alejandro de Humboldt National Park
- Basilica of San Francisco de Asís, Havana
- Castillo San Salvador de la Punta
- Castillo de Jagua
- Castillo de San Pedro de la Roca
- Castillo del Príncipe
- Cayo Saetía
- El Cobre
- Embassy of the United States, Havana
- Guanahacabibes Peninsula
- Jardines de la Reina
- Jardines del Rey
- Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes de La Habana
- Tren Blindado
- Valle de los Ingenios