Month guide · Havana · Cuba
Havana in June
What June 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
June is a good-value shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 13.5 hours of daylight. Hot, humid and one of the wettest months; showers are usually short and heavy.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 13.5 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Havana: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 29°C (84°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 30 days. Compared with May (30°C (86°F)), June is about as warm; by July highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 06:43
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 20:16
- Daylight
- About 13.5 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
Early wet season (May–June). Afternoon thunderstorms begin and humidity climbs, but mornings are often clear and crowds are smaller.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 2 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in December). That makes June one of the better-value months to book.
Events in June
June has no major recurring festival in Havana, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Castle · La Habana del Este
Castillo de los Tres Reyes del Morro
The 16th-century fortress guarding the harbour entrance has a lighthouse and ramparts with views back across the bay to the Malecón and Old Havana.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Views
- Iconic
- Kids
Landmark · Vedado
Plaza de la Revolución
Visit as part of a classic-car tour; the square is large and exposed with little shade.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- Free
- Photo spot
Experience · Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
Classic car tour
Restored 1950s American convertibles wait around Parque Central for hour-long tours along the Malecón, through Vedado to Plaza de la Revolución and the Bosque de La Habana forest.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Photo spot
- Couples
- Kids
Historic site · Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
Plaza de Armas
Browse the book stalls for old magazines, posters and stamps, then visit the City Museum's courtyard.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Shopping
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Havana.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 23°C and 12 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Havana?
A good-value shoulder-season month. If your dates are flexible, November–April are better overall. Compare every month.
Havana in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Havana?
It is a good-value shoulder-season month. Hot, humid and one of the wettest months; showers are usually short and heavy.
+How warm is Havana in June?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Havana in June?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.