What to expect in Varadero in December
December is one of the best times to visit Varadero. Expect 27° / 19°, the biggest crowds of the year and prices close to the yearly average.
Varadero weather in December
Typical conditions in Varadero 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 | Moderate 50/100 |
| Sea temperature | 26°C 80°F |
| Daylight | 10 h 44 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 27°C with lows near 19°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Varadero — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: 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.
What it costs
Costs in December sit around the yearly average for Varadero — 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 12% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
Look out for Christmas and New Year Season while you’re there.
- Christmas and New Year Season — Resort hotels host holiday parties and fireworks as the peak winter tourist season begins in December.
Varadero 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 | 29° / 23° | Low | $ | 57 |
| November | 28° / 21° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
| December · This month | 27° / 19° | High | $$ | 52 |
| January | 26° / 18° | High | $$$ | 49 |
| February | 26° / 18° | High | $$$ | 49 |
These months score higher for Varadero 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 October 2026
