Cuba weather in December

In December, popular resorts in Cuba (Havana, Varadero) average 27°C by day and 20°C at night, and the sea is about 26°C. On average 25 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 1°C cooler than in November, and in January days average 27°C.

It is good weather for both the beach and sightseeing. The sea is warm and pleasant for swimming.

Warmest resorts in Cuba in December

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Manzanillo30°C20°C26°C21 mm
Santiago de Cuba29°C21°C28°C19 mm
Gibara29°C22°C26°C32 mm
Guantanamo Bay28°C23°C28°C28 mm
Pilón28°C24°C28°C26 mm
Campechuela28°C24°C28°C26 mm
Niquero28°C24°C28°C26 mm
Media Luna28°C24°C28°C26 mm
Nuevitas28°C21°C26°C26 mm
Trinidad28°C20°C27°C16 mm
Matanzas28°C20°C25°C23 mm
Santa Cruz del Norte28°C20°C25°C23 mm

Cuba weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in Cuba in December?

In December, popular resorts in Cuba (Havana, Varadero) average 27°C by day and 20°C at night, and the sea is about 26°C. On average 25 mm of rain falls during the month. It is good weather for both the beach and sightseeing.

What is the sea temperature in Cuba in December?

About 26°C on average. The warmest water is in Santiago de Cuba (28°C).

Where is it warmest in Cuba in December?

The warmest place is Manzanillo (30°C by day), followed by Santiago de Cuba (29°C) and Gibara (29°C).

Does it rain in Cuba in December?

On average 25 mm of rain falls in the month. Rain happens, but usually in short showers.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.