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Havana in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Havana in October 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
Havana in October usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +84°F and roughly 3 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 13 rainy days with an average precipitation of 77 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+55°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
77 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Havana has OK weather in October.
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Average temperature in Havana in October

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

The temperature in October is +86°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +91°F during the day and a minimum of +68°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +91°F to +86°F.

Is Havana warm or cold in October?

Havana is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +88°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +77°F to +75°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Havana:

Water temperature in Havana in October

Water in Havana in October is Very warm. It varies from +80°F to +86°F, with an average of +83°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +84°F.

In October, 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 October?

You can definitely swim in Havana in October, the water is very warm (+83°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Havana in October

Havana weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+88°F+84°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+66°F+55°F+48°F
Max. temperature
+95°F+93°F+91°F
Rainfall
119 mm77 mm32 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+85°F+83°F+80°F
Humidity
82%81%79%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
136
Cloudy days
169
Rainy days
121312
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as ok as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +88°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +84°F. As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 119 mm to 77 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 82% to 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 1 to 3.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in November as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Havana in October 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 October, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Havana based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 52%, leading to total precipitation of around 69 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October 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 October in Havana?

This is the weather in Havana in October 2023:
1 October
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+91°F
2 October
☀️
+88°F
3 October
☁️
+85°F
4 October
☁️
+86°F
5 October
☁️
+89°F
6 October
☀️
+90°F
7 October
☀️
+90°F
8 October
☀️
+90°F
9 October
☁️
+89°F
10 October
☀️
+91°F
11 October
🌧️
+87°F
12 October
☁️
+92°F
13 October
☀️
+92°F
14 October
☀️
+90°F
15 October
☀️
+89°F
16 October
☁️
+83°F
17 October
☁️
+79°F
18 October
☁️
+82°F
19 October
☁️
+85°F
20 October
🌧️
+82°F
21 October
☀️
+84°F
22 October
☀️
+86°F
23 October
☀️
+86°F
24 October
☀️
+87°F
25 October
☁️
+85°F
26 October
☀️
+84°F
27 October
☁️
+87°F
28 October
☀️
+85°F
29 October
☀️
+84°F
30 October
☀️
+86°F
31 October
☁️
+86°F
In October 2023 Havana had 16 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +79°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 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 October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Havana?

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

Can you sunbathe in Havana in October?

October 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 October?

Yes, you can swim in Havana in October, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +83°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Havana rainy in October?

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

Is it sunny in Havana in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Havana in October, 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, 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.