Castillo de la Real Fuerza
Castillo de la Real Fuerza is a fort in Havana, Cuba, with an inception year of 1558. It ranks as one of the most looked-up sights in the country and stands on the Plaza de Armas.
Planning a visit
The climate in Havana is warm year-round, with daily highs ranging from 26 °C in January, February, and December to 32 °C in July and August. Daily lows stay between 20 °C and 26 °C throughout the year. Rainfall patterns vary significantly, with the wettest period occurring between June and September, when monthly rain totals reach between 135 mm and 220 mm. Travelers preferring drier conditions may find the months from January through April suitable, as these months record between 48 mm and 77 mm of rain over 3 to 5 days.
Located on the Plaza de Armas, the fort is 18 km from José Martí International Airport. Many other landmarks are within a short distance, allowing for easy combination with other sightseeing. The Havana Cathedral is 0.2 km away. La Cabaña and the Museum of the Revolution are both 0.7 km from the fort. Further afield, the National Capitol of Cuba is 1.2 km away, and the Castillo de los Tres Reyes Del Morro is 1.3 km away.
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 this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
