When is the best time to go to Santiago de Cuba?

When is the best time to go to Santiago de Cuba? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Santiago de Cuba are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December
  • On average, the warmest months are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December
  • May is the rainiest month
  • The sea temperature is suitable for swimming all year round


Annual weather in Santiago de Cuba

For full information about the climate and weather in Santiago de Cuba a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 20°C/29°C
36mm
February 21°C/30°C
35mm
March 22°C/30°C
52mm
April 24°C/31°C
104mm
May 25°C/31°C
204mm
June 26°C/32°C
101mm
July 26°C/33°C
117mm
August 26°C/33°C
133mm
September 26°C/32°C
155mm
October 25°C/32°C
158mm
November 23°C/31°C
95mm
December 21°C/30°C
57mm


Weather and climate in Santiago de Cuba

Santiago de Cuba enjoys a tropical savanna climate (with dry winter) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Santiago de Cuba is 31°C (ranging from 29°C in january to 33°C in august). Annual rainfall is 1240mm, with a minimum of 35mm in february and a maximum of 204mm in may.
  • In january the climate is beautiful. By early evening, the temperature averages 23°C and you can expect to have 36mm of rainfall/month during this period.
  • Between february and march the climate is very good. It is for example 30°C as maximum temperature in march and, in march, 3 days of rain are expected.
  • Between april and may the climate is beautiful. The temperature rises to 31°C.
  • In june the climate is just OK. By early evening, the temperature averages 26°C and, in june, 6 days of rain are expected.
  • In july the climate is good. In average, on the morning it is 26°C and it rains about 25% of the time in july.
  • Between august and september the climate is passable, but still OK. In average, on the morning it is 26°C and it rains about 33% of the time in september.
  • Between october and december the climate is favorable. It is for example 30°C as maximum temperature in december and it rains in december about 57mm.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Santiago de Cuba

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Santiago de Cuba: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Santiago de Cuba

Find out when Santiago de Cuba has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Santiago de Cuba

  • Very low season in Santiago de Cuba
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: May, June, September and October.
  • High season in Santiago de Cuba
    The number of visitors to Santiago de Cuba is high in: April.
  • Peak season in Santiago de Cuba
    The largest number of tourists visiting Santiago de Cuba is during: January, February, March, July, August, November and December.

Figure: Visitor index for Santiago de Cuba month by month



Best time for low prices in Santiago de Cuba

Average prices of hotels in Santiago de Cuba month by month

Generally, May is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Santiago de Cuba. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, December is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price for flights to Santiago de Cuba

A return flight between London and Santiago de Cuba is generally cheaper if you go in may ($ 1472 on average): this is the best time for travellers on a tight budget. In contrast, you may end up paying $ 458 more for your airline ticket to Santiago de Cuba if you go in august.

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Average price of hiring a car in Santiago de Cuba

On average, it costs $ 95 per day to hire a car in Santiago de Cuba. This price varies by $ 23 depending on the month. In september, hiring a car costs an average of $ 83 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in december is $ 105.

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