Month guide · Havana · Cuba
Havana in April
What April is really like in Havana: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
April is one of the best months to visit Havana. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 20°C (68°F), about 4 rainy days and roughly 12.7 hours of daylight. Hotter but still dry; a good month before the rains and humidity arrive.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 20°C (68°F)
- Rainy days
- About 4
- Daylight
- About 12.7 hours
- Sea temperature
- 26°C (79°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in April
April is the 6th-warmest month in Havana: days average 29°C (84°F) against a yearly average high of 29°C (84°F), and nights fall to about 20°C (68°F). Rain falls on roughly 4 of its 30 days. Compared with March (27°C (81°F)), April is warmer; by May highs stay near 30°C (86°F).
- Sunrise (15 April)
- About 07:09
- Sunset (15 April)
- About 19:50
- Daylight
- About 12.7 hours
- Sea
- 26°C (79°F)
Dry season (November–April). Warm, sunny and less humid, with the busiest cultural calendar; book casas early for Christmas, New Year and February.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, April rates 3 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in December). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in April
April has no major recurring festival in Havana, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in April
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Historic site · San Francisco de Paula
Finca Vigía (Hemingway's house)
Ernest Hemingway lived at this hilltop villa south-east of the city for about two decades.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Off the beaten path
Historic site · Vedado
Cementerio de Cristóbal Colón
Walk the main avenue to the central chapel, then wander the side avenues for the most elaborate tombs.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Off the beaten path
- Photo spot
Castle · Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
Castillo de la Real Fuerza
One of the oldest stone forts in the Americas, completed in the 16th century, with a moat and a tower topped by La Giraldilla, a bronze weathervane that became a symbol of Havana.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Kids
- Rainy day
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Waterfront · Centro Habana
Malecón
Walk the stretch from the Prado to the Hotel Nacional at sunset, or ride it in a classic convertible.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Couples
- After dark
- Views
- Photo spot
The sea averages 26°C (79°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Havana.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 20°C and 4 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is April a good time to visit Havana?
One of the best months to visit Havana. The other best months are November–March. Compare every month.
Havana in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is April a good time to visit Havana?
It is one of the best months to visit Havana. Hotter but still dry; a good month before the rains and humidity arrive.
+How warm is Havana in April?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 20°C (68°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Havana in April?
Expect rain on about 4 days of the month, so it is usually dry.