Cuba in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Cuba in may 2025
Here, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Cuba. These predictions are probabilities for may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in may in Havana
tolerable weather UV index: 7
Weather at 6am
25°C
Clear/Sunny
55% of time
27%
14%
3%
Weather at 12pm
32°C
Clear/Sunny
34% of time
28%
20%
13%
Weather at 6pm
27°C
Clear/Sunny
30% of time
27%
26%
15%
Weather at 3am
24°C
54%
22%
13%
7%
Where to go in Cuba in may?
Where to go in Cuba in may: destination map
Where to go in each region in may?
| Canarreos Archipelago (Cayo Largo, Isla de la Juventud, Cayo Cantiles...) | 28°C to 29°C | 9 à 10 days | good weather* | |
| Central of Cuba (Cayo Coco, Trinidad, Santa Clara...) | 28°C to 32°C | 8 à 20 days | 28°C to 29°C | tolerable weather |
| East of Cuba (Holguín, Santiago de Cuba, Baracoa...) | 29°C to 32°C | 7 à 18 days | 27°C to 29°C | tolerable weather* |
| West of Cuba (Havana, Varadero, Vinales...) | 30°C to 33°C | 6 à 13 days | 28°C | good weather* |
Where should you go in Cuba in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Cuba in may ranges from good to tolerable depending on the region and city.
If it is the heat that marks the climate throughout May in Cuba in the north of the island while in the south, it is the rain that gains more and more intensity. The month of May is, in fact, characterized by an increase in heat and bad weather. As both usually occur at night however, this allows nature lovers the opportunity to schedule hikes during the day.
May in Havana and Northern Cuba
The weather is warming up in May. Morning temperatures are now approaching 26° C, while in the middle of the day the heat is much more noticeable. If the sun is still present during the day, it is not uncommon to have showers or even thunderstorms during the night.
May in Trinidad and the Center of Cuba
The weather in Cuba throughout May, in the center of the island and in Trinidad degrades as the days go by. If the sun is present all day long during the first days of the month, as of the second ten day period - the rains occur even in the middle of the afternoon. Even if there are no thunderstorms present during the day, the night rains are often intense.
May in Santiago de Cuba and the South of the Island
The weather conditions in Trinidad and Santiago have a resemblance, the abundance of night rain promotes a pleasant warmth, the sea breeze contributes to the feeling of freshness.
Climate in Cuba in may
Climate in Havana in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Havana is 29°C (maximum temperature is 32°C and minimum temperature is 25°C). The climate is burning around this city in may. With 181mm over 11 days, rainfall can happen for your holidays. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a good weather, may is an advisable month to go in Havana in Cuba.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 29°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 32°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 25°C | ||
| Sea temperature | 27.6°C | ||
| Rainfall | 181mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (36%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 28% | ||
| Length of day | 13:16 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Cayo Coco in may
In may, the mean temperature in Cayo Coco is 27°C (maximum temperature is 28°C and minimum temperature is 27°C). The climate quite pleasant in this city in this month. With 251mm over 12 days, you will experience some showers for your vacations. But this is rather moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a good weather, may is a good month to go in this locality.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 27°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 28°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 27°C | ||
| Rainfall | 251mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (38%) | ||
| Humidity | 80% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 13:13 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Holguín in may
In may, maximum temperature is 32°C and minimum temperature is 25°C (for an average temperature of 28°C). The climate is very hot in that locality in this month. With 114mm over 8 days, you will experience some showers throughout your stay. But this is rather reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With a correct climate, the month of may is okay (but not the best time) for traveling there.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 28°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 32°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 25°C | ||
| Sea temperature | 27.1°C | ||
| Rainfall | 114mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (25%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 31% | ||
| Length of day | 13:07 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | good |
Climate in Santa Clara in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 32°C and minimum temperature is 24°C (for an average temperature of 28°C). The climate is very warm here in the month of may. With 204mm over 13 days, rain may occur for your stay. But this is pretty moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
With good weather conditions, the month of may is a good month to go in Santa Clara in Cuba.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 28°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 32°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 24°C | ||
| Rainfall | 204mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 13 day(s) (40%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 35% | ||
| Length of day | 13:13 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Santiago de Cuba in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Santiago de Cuba is 28°C (maximum temperature is 31°C and minimum temperature is 25°C). The climate is very hot around this city in the month of may. With 204mm over 13 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your vacations. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With a good weather, the month of may is an advisable month to go in that area.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 28°C | ||
| Highest temperature | 31°C | ||
| Lowest temperature | 25°C | ||
| Sea temperature | 27.7°C | ||
| Rainfall | 204mm | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 13 day(s) (40%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 30% | ||
| Length of day | 13:05 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Cuba in may
| Havana in may | tolerable weather |
| Cayo Coco in may | tolerable weather |
| Holguín in may | good weather |
| Santa Clara in may | tolerable weather |
| Santiago de Cuba in may | tolerable weather |
| Trinidad in may | tolerable weather |
| Varadero in may | good weather |
| Baracoa in may | good weather |
| Camagüey in may | tolerable weather |
| Cayo Largo in may | tolerable weather |
| Isla de la Juventud in may | good weather |
| Vinales in may | tolerable weather |
| Bayamo in may | tolerable weather |
| Caibarién (La Villa Blanca) in may | good weather |
| Cárdenas in may | good weather |
| Cayo Cruz in may | tolerable weather |
| Cayo Guillermo in may | tolerable weather |
| Cayo Levisa in may | good weather |
| Cayo Romano in may | tolerable weather |
| Cayo Sabinal in may | tolerable weather |
| Cayo Santa Maria in may | tolerable weather |
| Chivirico in may | tolerable weather |
| Cienfuegos in may | tolerable weather |
| Cortés in may | good weather |
| Dimas in may | good weather |
| El Nicho in may | tolerable weather |
| Gran parque natural Topes de Collantes in may | tolerable weather |
| Guanahacabibes in may | good weather |
| Guanimar in may | tolerable weather |
| Guantánamo in may | tolerable weather |
| Guardalavaca in may | good weather |
| Isabela de Sagua in may | tolerable weather |
| La Teja in may | tolerable weather |
| Las Tunas in may | tolerable weather |
| Los Ingenios in may | tolerable weather |
| Manzanillo in may | tolerable weather |
| María La Gorda in may | good weather |
| Matanzas in may | tolerable weather |
| Moa in may | tolerable weather |
| Morón in may | tolerable weather |
| Nibujón in may | good weather |
| Nuevitas in may | tolerable weather |
| Parque nacional Caguanes in may | tolerable weather |
| Parque Nacional Ciénaga de Zapata in may | tolerable weather |
| Parque Nacional de Gran Piedra in may | tolerable weather |
| Parque Nacional de Pico Cristal in may | tolerable weather |
| Parque Nacional La Güira in may | good weather |
| Parque Nacional Pico Turquino in may | tolerable weather |
| Pinar del Río in may | tolerable weather |
| Playa Imias in may | good weather |
| Playa Larga in may | tolerable weather |
| Playa Mayabeque in may | tolerable weather |
| Playa Santa Lucia in may | tolerable weather |
| Playa Santa María in may | tolerable weather |
| Puerto Esperanza in may | good weather |
| Puerto Padre in may | tolerable weather |
| Punta de Maisí in may | good weather |
| San José de las Lajas in may | tolerable weather |
| Sancti Spiritus in may | tolerable weather |
| Santa Cruz del Sur in may | tolerable weather |
| Sierra Maestra National Park in may | tolerable weather |
| Soroa in may | good weather |
| Tortuguilla in may | tolerable weather |
| Tunas de Zaza in may | tolerable weather |
| Cayo Cantiles in may | good weather |
| Los Canarreos in may | good weather |
Weather data for Cuba in may:
Weather data for Cuba in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Cuba. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Cuba can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Cuba.