Month guide · Havana · Cuba
Havana in October
What October is really like in Havana: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Андрей Бобровский, CC BY 3.0
Quick answer
October is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 29°C (84°F), lows of 22°C (72°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 11.6 hours of daylight. Still hot and wet with hurricane risk, easing towards the end of the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 29°C (84°F) / 22°C (72°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 11.6 hours
- Sea temperature
- 28°C (82°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in October
October is the 7th-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 22°C (72°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 31 days. Compared with September (31°C (88°F)), October is cooler; by November highs drop to around 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 07:26
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 19:04
- Daylight
- About 11.6 hours
- Sea
- 28°C (82°F)
Summer (July–August). Very hot and humid, with Carnaval on the Malecón and beaches crowded with Cuban families.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 2 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in December). That makes October one of the better-value months to book.
Events in October
October has no major recurring festival in Havana, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in October
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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
Historic site · Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
Plaza de San Francisco de Asís
Facing the harbour, this square is dominated by the Basilica Menor de San Francisco de Asís, a former convent now used for concerts, and the Lonja del Comercio, an old commodities exchange.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Architecture
Castle · La Habana del Este
Fortaleza de San Carlos de la Cabaña
Arrive by about 8:30pm to find a good spot along the wall for the cannon ceremony.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- After dark
- Kids
- Views
The sea averages 28°C (82°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Havana.
What to pack
For highs near 29°C, lows near 22°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 October a good time to visit Havana?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, November–April are better overall. Compare every month.
Havana in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Havana?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Still hot and wet with hurricane risk, easing towards the end of the month.
+How warm is Havana in October?
Average highs are around 29°C (84°F) and lows around 22°C (72°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Havana in October?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.