Backpacking Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
February, March, January
May, June, July, August, September, October
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Havana?
The best time to visit Havana for backpacking is February, March, January, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.
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Climate Heatmap
See at a glance which months offer the best backpacking conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.
These months are especially popular among backpackers in Havana due to better weather and lower costs.
→ See where to stay in HavanaBackpacking conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Havana
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 84Excellent Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 22° | 55 |
February | 86Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 38 |
March | 85Excellent Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 24° | 45 |
April | 83Excellent Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 64 |
May | 65Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 27° | 123 |
June | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 28° | 164 |
July | 51Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 29° | 134 |
August | 45Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 29° | 192 |
September | 46Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 28Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 28° | 208 |
October | 55Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 27° | 148 |
November | 80Excellent Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 25° | 73 |
December | 81Excellent Warm temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 23° | 56 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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