What to pack for Havana in January
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 74%; max daily wind around 21 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Havana: December–January. See the full best time to visit Havana guide.
Havana in January: the details
In January, Havana sees average daytime highs of 27°C (80°F) and overnight lows of 20°C (67°F). Rainfall totals roughly 32 mm across 8.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.8 hours per day with 10.7 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 74%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 10th-wettest in Havana. The sunniest month is May (12.3 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27°C / 80°F |
| Overnight low | 20°C / 67°F |
| Rainfall | 32 mm over 8.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9.8 h/day (10.7 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 74% |
| Travel score | 9.6 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Havana, Cuba (23.13, -82.38) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Havana in January?
Daytime highs in Havana in January average 27°C (80°F); nights drop to about 20°C.
Does it rain in Havana in January?
Expect around 8.5 rainy days and 32 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Havana?
January is one of the best months to visit Havana. Overall travel score: 9.6/10. The best months are December–January.
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