Havana in May usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +86°F and roughly 6 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 12 rainy days with an average precipitation of 76 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+95°F
Max.
76 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Havana has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Havana in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Havana for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in May is +86°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +90°F during the day and a minimum of +70°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +82°F.
Is Havana warm or cold in May?
Havana is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +84°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +72°F to +75°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Havana:
Water temperature in Havana in May
Water in Havana in May is Warm. It varies from +79°F to +85°F, with an average of +82°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +86°F.
In May, 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 May?
You can absolutely swim in Havana in May, the water is warm (+82°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 May
Havana weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+84°F
+86°F
+88°F
Min. temperature
+54°F
+54°F
+70°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+95°F
+95°F
Rainfall
26 mm
76 mm
125 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+80°F
+82°F
+83°F
Humidity
72%
75%
80%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
11
6
1
Cloudy days
8
6
3
Rainy days
8
12
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
May typically has worse weather conditions compared to April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +84°F to +86°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 26 mm to 76 mm.Humidity rises from 72% to 75%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 11 sunny days in April to 6 in May.
Wind speed in Havana in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Havana is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Havana based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 68%, leading to total precipitation of around 84 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 26 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May 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 May in Havana?
This is the weather in Havana in May 2023:
1 May
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+82°F
2 May
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+88°F
3 May
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+84°F
4 May
☀️
+85°F
5 May
☀️
+87°F
6 May
☀️
+88°F
7 May
☁️
+87°F
8 May
☀️
+84°F
9 May
☀️
+87°F
10 May
☁️
+88°F
11 May
☀️
+88°F
12 May
☁️
+86°F
13 May
☀️
+86°F
14 May
☁️
+86°F
15 May
☁️
+85°F
16 May
☀️
+86°F
17 May
☀️
+87°F
18 May
☁️
+88°F
19 May
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+89°F
20 May
☀️
+88°F
21 May
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+88°F
22 May
☀️
+88°F
23 May
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+89°F
24 May
☀️
+86°F
25 May
☀️
+85°F
26 May
🌧️
+86°F
27 May
☀️
+86°F
28 May
☁️
+88°F
29 May
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+86°F
30 May
☁️
+88°F
31 May
🌧️
+82°F
In May 2023 Havana had 19 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +82°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Havana climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Havana in May 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 May:
Is May a good time to visit Havana?
It’s always a good time to visit Havana, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Havana in May?
May 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 May?
Yes, you can swim in Havana in May, the water temperature averaging at +82°F. This temperature is considered warm and comfortable for most swimmers.
Is Havana rainy in May?
Havana is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Havana in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Havana in May, 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.
