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Havana in August: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Havana in August and see if it is worth visiting.
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August

Weather in Havana in August 2024

OK Weather
Hot
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Cloudy
If you plan to visit Havana in August, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +88°F during the day and approximately 4 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 12 rainy days in the month and around 96 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+70°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
96 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
15 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Havana has OK weather in August.

Average temperature in Havana in August

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Havana for August based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in August is +90°F with a maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +77°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +86°F.

Is Havana warm or cold in August?

Havana is typically hot in August.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +88°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +77°F to +79°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

August is one of the warmest months in Havana, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Havana in August

Havana weather looks like this, on average, in August and the surrounding months.
JulyAugustSeptember
Avg. temperature
+88°F+88°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+68°F+70°F+66°F
Max. temperature
+93°F+95°F+95°F
Rainfall
80 mm96 mm120 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
79%79%81%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
544
Cloudy days
151513
Rainy days
111213
Snowy days
000

August weather is still as ok as in July. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +88°F for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 80 mm to 96 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 79%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during August, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 5 sunny days in July to 4 in August.

September brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Havana in August based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Havana is gradually decreasing during August, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during August in Havana based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in August stands at 71%, leading to total precipitation of around 94 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain. August is a pretty wet month with over 22 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
August is one of the rainiest months in Havana, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Havana wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 126 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 23 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last August in Havana?

This is the weather in Havana in August 2023:
1 August
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+90°F
2 August
☀️
+91°F
3 August
☀️
+92°F
4 August
☀️
+89°F
5 August
☀️
+88°F
6 August
☀️
+87°F
7 August
☁️
+88°F
8 August
☀️
+89°F
9 August
☁️
+88°F
10 August
☁️
+88°F
11 August
☀️
+89°F
12 August
☀️
+89°F
13 August
☀️
+89°F
14 August
☁️
+88°F
15 August
☀️
+89°F
16 August
☀️
+89°F
17 August
☀️
+90°F
18 August
☀️
+92°F
19 August
☁️
+91°F
20 August
☁️
+90°F
21 August
☀️
+91°F
22 August
☀️
+90°F
23 August
☁️
+90°F
24 August
☀️
+89°F
25 August
☀️
+92°F
26 August
☁️
+91°F
27 August
☀️
+91°F
28 August
☀️
+90°F
29 August
🌧️
+85°F
30 August
☁️
+89°F
31 August
☀️
+85°F
In August 2023 Havana had 21 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +90°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +84°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Havana climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Havana in August has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1989 (+90°F) and the highest in 1997 (+93°F). The driest year was 1984 with only 44 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 204 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Havana in August:

Is August a good time to visit Havana?

It’s always a good time to visit Havana, but the weather is changeable in August, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Havana in August?

Absolutely, August is hot in Havana. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Havana rainy in August?

Havana is often rainy in August. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Havana in August?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Havana in August, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Cuba

Check out the weather for other cities in Cuba.

Monthly weather in Havana

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Havana, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.