Cuba Weather in July

 Season: Rainy Season 

In Short: hot, humid, longest day duration

Street View in Trinidad in July

Although in rainy season, Cuba weather in July is sunny in general in the mornings, as the rain mostly fall in the afternoons. According to the historical data, July is regarded as one of the hottest months, with average temperature ranging between 24°C (75.2°F) and 31°C (87.8°F). In addition, it is one of the most humid month, with the average total rainfall of around 106 mm and the average rainy days being 7. You may also experience some sustained tropical storms as it is in the hurricane season, so check the local weather forecast ahead of time and stay away from the sea when it occurs. The day duration in July is longer than any other month, with an average of about 13 and a half hours of daytime per day. 

 The warmest cities in Cuba in July 

Pinar del Río: 24.3-32.1°C (75.7°F-89.8°F); Cienfuegos: 24.4-31.8°C (75.9°F-89.2°F); Guantanamo: 23.8-31.4°C (74.8°F-88.5°F)

 The coldest cities in Cuba in July 

Camaguey: 23.4-32.7°C (74.1°F-90.9°F); Holguin: 23.5-33.3°C (74.3°F-91.9°F); Santiago de Cuba: 23.2-31.6°C (73.8°F-88.9°F)

What to Wear and Pack to Travel to Cuba in July

In such scorching climate in July, visitors are more advised to wear very cool and breathable clothes, such as short-sleeved T-shirt made of cotton and linen. Choose light pants or thin shorts as bottoms under the condition of protecting the skin well from sunburn. Girls can also wear a light dress for beautiful photos. In terms of shoes, comfortable sports shoes can make your walking easier, and sandals or flip flops are more suitable for your beach time.

 Accessories: To avoid getting wet from the sudden rain, it is necessary to keep an umbrella with you at any time. Quite intense UV radiation in Cuba can not only tan your skin, but also dry it out and make it rough, so be sure to pack sufficient sunscreen cream with high SPF and moisturizing skincare products. Besides, July is in the mosquito breeding season, so you must spray or smear enough repellent on your exposed skin in time during your Cuban tour. Last but not least, essential items for beach activities like bathing suits, towels and diving glasses should be prepared in advance.

Where to Go in Cuba in July

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Santiago de Cuba

Santiago de Cuba is famous for its colonial history and musical heritage, which is also called the most diverse city in Cuba. It is a good place to spend July days with changeable weather. For example, you can relax on the beach in a sunny morning, visit the air-conditioned indoor spots like the Museo Emilio Bacardí Moreau if it rains in the afternoon, or taste rum cocktails at a bar on a rainy evening. El Castillo del Morro San Pedro de la Roca fortress is also a well-known site that is recommended to visit.
 

Maria la Gorda

If you want to escape from the crowds for a leisurely beach vacation in July, then Maria la Gorda is an ideal destination for you. Maria la Gorda is considered one of the top 10 best diving places in Latin America, with unspoiled beaches and plenty of beautiful coral reefs and turtles in the warm and clear sea. Whether you are diving to see the underwater world or sitting on a beach chair to watch the sunrise and sunset along the coastline, it is a very pleasant experience.

Trinidad

With its well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture and long history, Trinidad is said to be a true city museum. You can spend half a day visiting all the indoor museums around to escape the heat or rain, or walk along the famous cobblestone streets to admire distinctive baroque buildings. In addition, you can explore the Topes de Collantes National Park or climb to the top of the Loma de la Vigía hill to overlook this town on a sunny day.

Cuba Festivals in July 2025

Festival del Fuego

During the first week of July every year, Cubans celebrate Festival del Fuego with great fanfare in Santiago de Cuba. All the celebrations are themed around the Caribbean culture, religion and history, and you can participate in a variety of colorful activities. For example, there are some carnival troupes, traditional concerts and other interesting music and dance performances for you to appreciate. Furthermore, you can enjoy a Fire Parade held on the last night of the celebration, whn you can see Cubans burn a huge effigy of the Devil while beating the drums to see off the festival. 

Santiago de Cuba Carnival

The largest and grandest carnival in Cuba is definitely the Santiago de Cuba Carnival, which will take place on July 26th, 2025. The main activities at this festival are parades, including the famous costumed dance and musical troupes called comparsas. You can also enjoy good wine and dainty dishes, such as the whole roasted pig. It is also said that drinking beers is a “compulsory course” of the carnival.  

Dia de la Rebeldía Nacional

Dia de la Rebeldía Nacional is celebrated every year on July 26th, which is the most important day in the Cuban revolutionary calendar. While the largest celebration takes place at the Moncada barracks in Santiago de Cuba, Havana and Santa Clara are still worth visiting at this festival. Visitors can enjoy street parties, live music and outdoor performances to feel the enthusiasm of the Cuban people.

July Weather of Major Cuba Cities

City	Temperature	Rainfall (mm)	Humidity (%)	Sunrise/ Sunset
Havana	23.8-31.3°C (74.8-88.3°F)	105.6	78	06:47:53  /20:19:12
Camaguey	23.4-32.7°C (74.1°F-90.9°F)	103	80	06:33:14  /19:57:03
Holguin	23.5-33.3°C (74.3°F-91.9°F)	23	76	06:26:21  /19:48:25
Santiago de Cuba	23.2-31.6°C (73.8°F-88.9°F)	51	79	06:28:10  /19:48:05
Cienfuegos	24.4-31.8°C (75.9°F-89.2°F)	113	78	06:42:07  /20:09:45
Guantanamo	23.8-31.4°C (74.8°F-88.5°F)	64	77	06:23:53  /19:43:25
Santa Clara	23.6-31.6°C (74.5°F-88.9°F)	117	81	06:39:40  /20:08:11
Pinar del Río	24.3-32.1°C (75.7°F-89.8°F)	110	78	06:55:13  /20:23:52

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