Are you considering a trip to Havana in December? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +79°F and about 8 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 10 rainy days and 28 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
28 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Havana has good weather in December.
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Average temperature in Havana in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Havana for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in December is +79°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +88°F during the day and a minimum of +61°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +75°F.
Is Havana warm or cold in December?
Havana is typically warm in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +82°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +70°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
December is one of the coolest months in Havana, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Havana in December
Water in Havana in December is Warm. It varies from +76°F to +81°F, with an average of +78°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +79°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Havana are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +86°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +76°F.
Can you swim in Havana in December?
You can absolutely swim in Havana in December, the water is warm (+78°F in average), similar to heated pools. Suitable for most people, including children and the elderly.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Bring your swimming suit, sunscreen and your favorite inflatable pink flamingo.
Climate in Havana in December
Havana weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+82°F
+79°F
+79°F
Min. temperature
+48°F
+46°F
+46°F
Max. temperature
+91°F
+88°F
+88°F
Rainfall
32 mm
28 mm
26 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+80°F
+78°F
+76°F
Humidity
79%
78%
76%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
6
8
9
Cloudy days
9
11
11
Rainy days
12
10
10
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as good as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +82°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +79°F.As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 32 mm to 28 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 78%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 6 to 8.
January brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Havana in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Havana is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Havana based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in December stands at 32%, leading to total precipitation of around 58 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain.December is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Havana wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 37% chance of precipitation and 125 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 24 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Havana?
This is the weather in Havana in December 2023:
1 December
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+87°F
2 December
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+88°F
3 December
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+88°F
4 December
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+86°F
5 December
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+84°F
6 December
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+78°F
7 December
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+78°F
8 December
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+82°F
9 December
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+85°F
10 December
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+86°F
11 December
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+78°F
12 December
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+79°F
13 December
🌧️
+79°F
14 December
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+81°F
15 December
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+79°F
16 December
🌧️
+77°F
17 December
🌧️
+77°F
18 December
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+77°F
19 December
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+72°F
20 December
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+76°F
21 December
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+78°F
22 December
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+77°F
23 December
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+79°F
24 December
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+81°F
25 December
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+79°F
26 December
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+81°F
27 December
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+80°F
28 December
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+75°F
29 December
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+74°F
30 December
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+70°F
31 December
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+75°F
In December 2023 Havana had 12 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +79°F, with an absolute maximum of +88°F and a minimum of +70°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 53%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Havana climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Havana in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+82°F) and the highest in 2019 (+87°F). The driest year was 2009 with only 478 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 1182 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Havana in December:
Is December a good time to visit Havana?
December is a really good time to go to Havana. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Havana.
Can you sunbathe in Havana in December?
December is warm in Havana. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Havana in December?
Yes, you can swim in Havana in December, the water temperature averaging at +78°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Havana rainy in December?
Havana is usually dry in December. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Havana in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Havana in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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, 2023.
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.
