Month guide · Havana · Cuba
Havana in February
What February is really like in Havana: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Carol M. Highsmith, Public domain
Quick answer
February is one of the best months to visit Havana. Expect average highs of 26°C (79°F), lows of 18°C (64°F), about 5 rainy days and roughly 11.4 hours of daylight. Dry and comfortable, with cultural events filling the calendar.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 26°C (79°F) / 18°C (64°F)
- Rainy days
- About 5
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 25°C (77°F)
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in February
February is the 11th-warmest month in Havana: days average 26°C (79°F) against a yearly average high of 29°C (84°F), and nights fall to about 18°C (64°F). Rain falls on roughly 5 of its 28 days. Compared with January (26°C (79°F)), February is about as warm; by March highs stay near 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 February)
- About 07:02
- Sunset (15 February)
- About 18:26
- Daylight
- About 11.4 hours
- Sea
- 25°C (77°F)
Hurricane peak (September–October). The wettest months with the highest storm risk; the quietest and lowest-priced time to visit.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, February rates 4 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in December). Book accommodation early: February is one of the pricier months.
Events in February
- International Book Fair at La Cabaña (usually February)
- Habanos Festival — cigar festival (usually late February or March)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in February
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Historic site · Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
Plaza Vieja
Restored mansions with stained-glass fanlights and arcades surround this broad 16th-century square, which once held the city's market.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Photo spot
- Food
- Iconic
Architecture · Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
El Capitolio
Photograph it from Parque Central or the Gran Teatro's steps, ideally with a line of classic cars in the foreground.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Architecture
- History
- Photo spot
Landmark · Vedado
Plaza de la Revolución
The vast square is overlooked by the José Martí Memorial, a tall star-shaped tower with a museum at its base, and by steel outlines of Che Guevara and Camilo Cienfuegos on government buildings.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- Free
- Photo spot
Experience · Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
Classic car tour
Agree the route, duration and price before setting off; an hour is enough for the main circuit.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Photo spot
- Couples
- Kids
The sea averages 25°C (77°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Havana.
What to pack
For highs near 26°C, lows near 18°C and 5 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is February a good time to visit Havana?
One of the best months to visit Havana, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are March–April and November–January. Compare every month.
Havana in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is February a good time to visit Havana?
It is one of the best months to visit Havana. Dry and comfortable, with cultural events filling the calendar.
+How warm is Havana in February?
Average highs are around 26°C (79°F) and lows around 18°C (64°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Havana in February?
Expect rain on about 5 days of the month.