Cuba Travel Guide
Cuba travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Cuba is a country in North America. Cuba is a country in North America with its capital at Havana. It has a population of about 11 million. The capital is Havana.
Right now it is 86°F (30°C) in Cuba with clear sky. It feels like 94°F. Today runs from 76°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Cuba is January, February, March and April. The climate is temperate. June, August and September tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 66°F.
The closest major airport is Miami International Airport (MIA), about 227 mi away. Nearby highlights include Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Everglades National Park and Key Largo.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 90°F is 4°F above the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Cuba today at 7.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Cuba
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 23°6′49″N 82°21′59.8″W (23.1136, -82.3666)
Weather in Cuba right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:48 PM, Oct 4 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 90° / 76°
Drizzle · 100% rain · wind 8 mph
⛈️ 87° / 76°
Thunderstorm · 76% rain · wind 7 mph
Quick facts about Cuba
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 23°6′49″N 82°21′59.8″W (23.1136, -82.3666) |
| Capital | Havana |
| Population | 11.000.000 |
| Area | 42.426 sq mi |
| ISO code | CU |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | CUB |
| Currency | Cuban peso (CUP) |
| Languages | Spanish |
| Calling code | +53 |
| Time zone | America/Havana |
| Local time | 5:48 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March and April |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Cuba
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cuba.
Best time to visit Cuba
Go in January, February, March and April. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, August and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Cuba
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami International Airport | MIA | 227 mi | Miami |
Cities in Cuba
1 cities mapped in this atlas
Explore Cuba
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cuba?
Cuba is a country in North America. Its coordinates are 23.1136, -82.3666. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Cuba right now?
It is currently 86°F (30°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 67% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cuba?
January, February, March and April offer the most comfortable conditions in Cuba, which has a temperate climate. June, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cuba in?
Cuba observes America/Havana (UTC-04:00). The local time is 5:48 PM.
How many people live in Cuba?
Cuba has a population of approximately 11 million.
What is the nearest airport to Cuba?
The closest airports are Miami International Airport (MIA), 227 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Cuba?
Popular options include Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Everglades National Park, Key Largo, Biscayne National Park and South Beach.
What places are in Cuba?
Cuba covers 1 places in this atlas, including Havana.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 5:48 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
