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Cuba Weather in November

 Season: Dry Season 

In Short: sunny, little rainfall, dry season begins


Cuba Weather in November
A Distinctive Stall in Havana
Cuba weather in November is generally sunny with little rainfall as it enters the dry season. The temperature drops to a pleasant range, which is between 21°C (69.8°F) and 28°C (82.4°F) on average. Actually, the northern part of Cuba is more pleasant and cooler than the south due to more sea breezes. There is opulent sunshine all over the island and you can enjoy it for about 8 hours a day. 

As the beginning of the dry season, November witnesses the total rainfall plummets to 88 mm from 180 mm of last month. And of all the regions in Cuba, Baracoa receives the highest rainfall, which means you’d better avoid this place when you travel to Cuba in November.

 The warmest cities in Cuba in November 

Guantanamo: 21.9-29°C (71.4°F-84.2°F); Santiago de Cuba: 21.5-29.1°C (70.7°F-84.4°F); Havana: 21.3-27.7°C (70.3°F-81.9°F)

 The coldest cities in Cuba in November 

Camaguey: 20.7-28.5°C (69.3°F-83.3°F); Pinar del Río: 20.8-27.7°C (69.4°F-81.9°F); Santa Clara: 20.3-27.2°C (68.5°F-81°F)


What to Wear and Pack in Cuba in November

Visitors to Cuba in November with moderate temperature can wear cool and breathable clothes. Most visitors can opt for a sports T-shirt and shorts made of pure cottons. But those who might feel a bit cool should wear light coat and thin jeans during their journey. If girls want to wear a dress, she’d better choose one with long sleeves. There is no doubt that lightweight sports shoes can make your journey easier and more comfortable. Regardless of which month you visit Cuba, you should always pack sun protection items and insect repellents. There is still a chance of six days of rain this month, so take any rain gear when you set out.

Top Places to Visit in Cuba in November

Tourism Rate:
Cuba’s balmy November climate attracts more and more tourists to explore this tropical island. A trip to Cuba at this time is friendly to anyone, including nature lovers, photographers, history buffs, or foodies. That is because there are a variety of attractive scenic spots, interesting activities and joyful festivals with thick Cuban flavors for you to enjoy without worrying about frequent rains. In addition, this month is still in the shoulder season, so you can enjoy relatively favorable airfare and hotel prices. But if you plan to visit at the end of the month, be sure to book your accommodation in advance just in case, as the peak season starts next month.

Camaguey

Camaguey is the third largest city in Cuba and it is not as crowded as other popular cities in November. You can wander through the city’s streets and alleyways to take a look at those amazing historical buildings, especially in sunny but cool days. There are some vibrant plazas in its historical center, the Cuba’s largest UNESCO site, where you can spend the whole day relaxing. Film streets here is also a fantastic place, for cinephiles to visit five different cinemas and related firms to enrich their knowledge of local film culture. In addition, it is enjoyable to watch night ballet performances in the Teatro Principal.

Varadero

Varadero, with kilometers long white sandy pristine beaches, is a nice luxurious resort where you can relax in the sun, bathe in the warm turquoise water, have fun snorkeling, scuba diving and kitesurfing, and enjoy the crisp Mojito in November with low rainfall. You can also find a natural attraction here called Reserva Ecológica Varahicacos, which contains human remains and ancient hieroglyphs from 2,500 years ago.

Caya Coco

Cuba Weather in November
Caya Coco is the fourth largest island in Cuba, which is located in the north sea of central Cuba. It is a main attractive beach resort in Cuba outside Varadero for scuba diving and snorkeling and is characterized by stretches of white sandy beaches, pristine coral reefs and flocks of flamingos. You can see the rainbow across the sea many times after the brief light rain in November. There are also some forests where you can observe wildlife. What’s more, you can dance with locals in the hall of luxury resort hotels at night. 

Cuba Cultural Events in November 2025

Marahabana Marathon

Since the first celebration of Marahabana Marathon in 1987, it has been enjoyed by all ages and there are thousands of Cubans and international runners take part in the races every November. In 2025, Marahabana Marathon begins from November 13th and lasts till 17th. If you love running, you can run either a full marathon or a half marathon through some of the most important streets in Habana Vieja, Central Havana, and the district of Vedado to experience the thrill of dopamine released through exercise during this period.

Havana Classical Music Festival

Cuba Weather in November

The Havana Classical Music Festival started in 2003, aiming at commemorating Esteban Salas, a talented 18th-century Cuban composer. It usually lasts for about two weeks and you may view a number of street performances including classic music in some significant plazas when you travel here in this period. Every November, numerous musicians from all over the world come to Havana specifically for these important concerts, workshops and cultural exchange.


Havana Biennial

Havana Biennial is an art exhibition held in even-numbered years and is warmly welcomed by Caribbean and Latin American artists. The latest one is celebrated from November 15th, 2024 to February 28th, 2025. You can get your fill at this art festival, as all galleries, museums and public spaces throughout the city display a variety of works created by contemporary artists from all over the world, including behavior art.


November Weather of Major Cuba Cities

City
Temperature
Rainfall
(mm)
Humidity
(%)

Sunrise/

Sunset

Havana

21.3-27.7°C

(70.3°F-81.9°F)

88.3 77

07:35:11 

/18:50:40

Camaguey

20.7-28.5°C

(69.3°F-83.3°F)

30 83

07:14:32 

/18:34:32

Holguin

21.1-29°C

(70°F-84.2°F)

83 83

07:06:15 

/18:27:18

Santiago de Cuba

21.5-29.1°C

(70.7°F-84.4°F)

42 81

07:06:21 

/18:28:42

Cienfuegos

21.1-27.7°C

(70°F-81.9°F)

27 81

07:26:29

 /18:44:10

Guantanamo

21.9-29°C

(71.4°F-84.2°F)

47 81

07:01:46 

/18:24:20

Santa Clara

20.3-27.2°C

(68.5°F-81°F)

38 83

07:24:44 

/18:41:54

Pinar del Río

20.8-27.7°C

(69.4°F-81.9°F)

29

80

07:40:24 

/18:57:29


3-Day Weather Forecast of Major Destinations
Havana
Camaguey
Holguin
Santiago de Cuba
Santa Clara
Pinar del Rio


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