Cuba Weather in October

 Season: Rainy Season 

In Short: warm, humid, possible tropical storms 

Walk Through the Street in Vinales

October is the last month of the rainy season in Cuba, and the weather is warm and humid as usual in the previous months. The temperature drops slightly on the whole, averaging between 23°C (73.4°F) and 29°C (84.2°F). The daytime starts to get shorter, but you can still expect an average of 8 hours of sunlight per day. October is one of the rainiest months in Cuba, with an average humidity of about 85%. The monthly average precipitation increases to 180 mm, and there is a 60% chance of sudden and brief rain on any day based on the historical data. Furthermore, there is still a risk of tropical storms this month, so you must always pay attention to the local weather forecast.

 The warmest cities in Cuba in October 

Pinar del Río: 23.1-29.5°C (73.6°F-85.1°F); Cienfuegos: 23.4-29.6°C (74.1°F-85.3°F); Havana: 23-29.2°C (73.4°F-84.6°F)

 The coldest cities in Cuba in October 

Camaguey: 22.5-30.4°C (72.5°F-86.7°F); Holguin: 22.5-30.8°C (72.5°F-87.4°F); Santa Clara: 22.3-29°C (72.1°F-84.2°F)

What to Wear and Pack in Cuba in October

If you want to make your trip more comfortable, it is recommended that you wear a thin sports short sleeve shorts suit. If you want to be more fashionable and attractive, wear fancy hot pants, mini skirt or strappy dress. When you feel a little cool in the early mornings and at nights, you can add a thin coat and change the bottoms into a loose pants. As for shoes, you can choose to wear lightweight sport sandals or sneakers to relieve the fatigue of your journey. In addition, you must protect yourself from the intense tropical sunlight when you are outside, by wearing sunscreen cream, sunhat and sunglasses. It is also important to carry an umbrella throughout your journey because of the frequent sudden rains. Essential medicines like insect repellent should be reachable at all times as well.

Why Travel to Cuba in October

1. The most obvious advantage of travelling to Cuba in October is that the prices of airlines and hotels are really at a lower level as it is in Cuba’s low season for tourism, which can help lower your travel cost. 
2. Add in the fact that some popular Cuban cities and beaches are less crowded at this time, and you can enjoy a relatively pleasant and relaxing holiday. 
3. What’s more, there are a number of colorful cultural events celebrated during this month that you can participate to experience Cuba’s lively and diverse customs and traditions. 
4. Finally, the pleasant sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F) is quite suitable for swimming or other water sports.

Top Attractions to Visit in Cuba in October

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Pinar del Río

There are at least two reasons why Pinar del Río is one of the best places to visit in Cuba in October. One is that this is the driest region of Cuba in October; and the other is that farmers start to grow tobacco crops at this time and Pinar del Río is known for being the best tobacco-growing area in this country. In addition to exploring the tobacco fields, you can enjoy some cultural activities, such as visiting the Centro Provincial de Artes Plasticas Galeria to appreciate indigenous art and the stunning murals, or know about local culture at the Sandalio de Noda Natural Sciences Museum and the Jose Jacinto Milanes Theatre.

Havana

Havana is such a good place to stay away from the rain in October because it is rich in indoor cultural venues. Except for some well-known museums like Fine Arts Museum and nearby Revolution Museum, you can also visit some small but profound museums and galleries. There are also plenty of distinctive bars where you can enjoy rums and cigars in a leisurely manner. When it's not raining, you can take a ride in a classic car or just stroll through the streets to view the old colonial buildings. If you prefer to enjoy beach activities, you can also find a series of beautiful beaches near the Havana’s international airport.

Vinales

The best thing to do in Vinales is cycling or hiking through the lush and green landscapes in the town and surrounding valleys when it’s no rains. Bungalows, farms and tobacco fields can be seen everywhere in this small town. And there are not many tourists here in October because of the rainy weather, so you can ride easily and freely on the mountain-biking trails to take an adventure. It is also enjoyable to go to the Santo Tomas Cavern to view bats, ancient cave art and bottomless crystal pools. 

Cuba Festivals in October 2024

Havana Ballet Festival

The Cuban ballet enjoys a high international reputation and Cuban hold the Havana Ballet Festival every two years in October mainly in the Gran Teatro Alicia Alonso de La Habana. And in 2024, it runs from October 27th to November 3rd. During the festival, several outstanding ballet dancers from home and abroad perform for the public for nearly a week. If you are a ballet dancer or just interested in ballet, you must seize the golden opportunity to immerse yourself in this spectacular art pageant. 

Festival Internacional de Coros

The choirs in Cuba is also famous all over the world. From October 29th to November 3rd each year, choirs from all over Cuba come to some renowned places of Santiago de Cuba to take part in Festival Internacional de Coros, during which they perform fascinating choral pieces, as well as international choirs. At that time, you may also enjoy some other interesting activities like concerts, music-themed street parties and choral workshops.

October Weather of Major Cuba Cities

City	Temperature	Rainfall (mm)	Humidity (%)	Sunrise/ Sunset
Havana	23-29.2° (73.4°F-84.6°F)	180.5	80	07:21:26  /19:15:45
Camaguey	22.5-30.4°C (72.5°F-86.7°F)	111	85	07:02:30  /18:57:53
Holguin	22.5-30.8°C (72.5°F-87.4°F)	38	83	06:54:37  /18:50:15
Santiago de Cuba	22.6-30.1°C (72.7°F-86.2°F)	68	82	06:55:13  /18:51:09
Cienfuegos	23.4-29.6°C (74.1°F-85.3°F)	106	82	07:13:34  /19:08:24
Guantanamo	22.9-30°C (73.2°F-86°F)	82	82	06:50:42  /18:46:42
Santa Clara	22.3-29°C (72.1°F-84.2°F)	108	84	07:11:37  /19:06:20
Pinar del Río	23.1-29.5°C (73.6°F-85.1°F)	108	81	07:27:15  /19:21:56

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