What to expect in Havana in December
December is a strong choice for Havana: 27° / 19°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Havana weather in December
Typical conditions in Havana during December, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 27°C 81°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 19°C 66°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 15/100 |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 27°C with lows near 19°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Havana — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
Prices run mid-range this month: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 27°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 19°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
Costs in December sit around the yearly average for Havana — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 14% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in December, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Havana in December compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 30° / 23° | Low | $ | 68 |
| November | 28° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 66 |
| December · This month | 27° / 19° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| January | 26° / 18° | High | $$ | 59 |
| February | 27° / 18° | High | $$ | 55 |
These months score higher for Havana on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in December
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in December.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
