What to expect in Havana in September
September is usually the wrong time for Havana: 31° / 24°. Consider January · February instead.
Havana weather in September
Typical conditions in Havana during September, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 31°C 88°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 24°C 75°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 55/100 |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 31°C with lows near 24°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Havana — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
Prices run low season this month: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 31°C make midday heat the main constraint. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Havana. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 50% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in September, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Havana in September 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July | 32° / 24° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
| August | 32° / 24° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
| September · This month | 31° / 24° | Low | $ | 67 |
| October | 30° / 23° | Low | $ | 68 |
| November | 28° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 66 |
These months score higher for Havana on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in September
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in September.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
