Weather · Month by month
Cuba weather in July
Hot and humid with afternoon showers, but cheaper and quieter; hurricane season is under way.
In July Cuba is in its wet season, with typical daytime highs around 32°C (90°F), nights near 24°C (75°F) and a warm sea around 28°C (82°F). Expect high rainfall on about 11 days, and a low Atlantic hurricane risk.
- Daytime high
- 32°C / 90°F
- Night-time low
- 24°C / 75°F
- Sea temperature
- 28°C / 82°F
- Warm enough to swim
- Rainfall
- Frequent afternoon rain
- ~11 rainy days
- Hurricane risk
- Low
- Season
- Wet season
- Crowds & prices
- Moderate
Live conditions right now
The figures above are typical July averages. Here is what the weather is actually doing across Cuba today.
Full forecast, all cities and the live Atlantic hurricane map on the Cuba weather hub.
Best time to visit
Cuba's most reliable weather is the dry season (roughly November–April) — driest and sunniest around January, February, March, April, December. The wet season (May–October) is hotter and cheaper and overlaps the Atlantic hurricane season (1 June–30 November, peak September).
Cuba weather, month by month
Events & highlights
Beyond the forecast, here is some of what happens across Cuba in July:
- Festival del Caribe (Fiesta del Fuego) — Santiago de Cuba, early July — Caribbean music and culture
- Carnival of Santiago de Cuba — late July — the island's biggest and most traditional carnival
- Day of National Rebellion — 26 July — a national holiday
Frequently asked questions
- Is July a good time to visit Cuba?
- Hot and humid with afternoon showers, but cheaper and quieter; hurricane season is under way. In July Cuba is in its wet season, with typical daytime highs around 32°C (90°F), nights near 24°C (75°F) and a warm sea around 28°C (82°F). Expect high rainfall on about 11 days, and a low Atlantic hurricane risk.
- How hot is Cuba in July?
- In July, daytime highs typically reach about 32°C (90°F) and nights fall to around 24°C (75°F). The sea sits near 28°C (82°F). These are typical averages — check the live conditions for what it is doing right now.
- Does it rain in Cuba in July?
- July is in Cuba's wet season, with high rainfall — roughly 11 days with some rain. Rain usually comes as short, heavy afternoon downpours that clear quickly, with sunny mornings.
- Is July in Cuba's hurricane season?
- Yes. The Atlantic hurricane season runs 1 June to 30 November and July's risk is low. Most days are unaffected, but travel with flexible bookings, insurance, and watch the live NHC storm map.
Temperatures, rainfall and sea figures are typical long-run monthly averages for the Havana/north-coast reference and vary by year and region; they are not a forecast. Always check the live conditions and the U.S. National Hurricane Center map above before travelling. 2026-08-01