Month guide · Havana · Cuba
Havana in September
What September is really like in Havana: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
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Quick answer
September is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Peak of the hurricane season and the wettest month; quiet and low-priced.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in September
September is the 4th-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 13 of its 30 days. Compared with August (32°C (90°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs drop to around 29°C (84°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 07:16
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 19:33
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°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, September rates 1 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in December). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Havana, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Historic site · Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
Plaza Vieja
Take a seat at one of the plaza's café terraces in the late afternoon for the best light.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Photo spot
- Food
- Iconic
Architecture · Habana Vieja (Old Havana)
El Capitolio
Completed in 1929, the domed National Capitol Building once housed Cuba's congress and has been restored as the seat of the National Assembly.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Iconic
- Architecture
- History
- Photo spot
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
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
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Havana.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 23°C and 13 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 September 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 September a good time to visit Havana?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Peak of the hurricane season and the wettest month; quiet and low-priced.
+How warm is Havana in September?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Havana in September?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.