Weather in Havana in May
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
May is a wet time to visit Havana. Havana has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 30°C, lows of 23°C, and approximately 21 rainy days per month.
30°C
23°C
21days
13.2h
Is May a good time to visit Havana?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
6:50 AM
8:04 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 20°C | 5 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 28°C | 21°C | 12 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 29°C | 21°C | 2 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 32°C | 24°C | 8 | Excellent (best) |
| May | 30°C | 23°C | 21 | Wet |
| June | 31°C | 25°C | 22 | Wet |
| July | 32°C | 25°C | 21 | Wet |
| August | 32°C | 25°C | 22 | Wet |
| September | 31°C | 25°C | 22 | Wet |
| October | 30°C | 24°C | 24 | Wet |
| November | 28°C | 23°C | 17 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 26°C | 20°C | 6 | Excellent (best) |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for May
Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
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Common Questions
Is May a good time to visit Havana? +
May is typically Wet for visiting Havana, with average highs of 30°C and around 21 rainy days.
What should I pack for Havana in May? +
With highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in Havana in May? +
Havana typically sees around 21 rainy days in May.
How many hours of daylight are there in Havana in May? +
In May, Havana gets approximately 13.2 hours of daylight per day.
Is May peak season in Havana? +
No, May is not peak season in Havana. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Havana? +
The best months to visit Havana are November, December, January, February, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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