October weather forecast
Cuba

October in Cuba brings a noticeable shift in weather as the wet season concludes, making way for drier and slightly cooler conditions. During this month, average temperatures range from 23.9°C (75°F) to 30.6°C (87.1°F), exhibiting a slight drop from the peak summer months.

The capital, Havana, aligns with the country's average temperatures. Night-time temperatures drop to 23°C (73.4°F) while daytime highs hover around 30°C (86°F). Rainfall begins to decrease in October, with an average precipitation of 130mm (5.12"), marking the beginning of the dry season.

Conversely, Guantanamo Bay, nestled on the southern side of the mountains, continues to register lower rainfall relative to the rest of Cuba. The region's annual trend of lesser precipitation persists into October, contributing to its drier climate.

Compared to September, October experiences a decrease in both temperatures and rainfall, indicative of the gradual transition to the dry season. Looking forward to November, expect further drops in temperatures and a marked reduction in rainfall as the dry season takes hold.

October experiences slight decreases in daylight hours, with Cuba receiving just under 11 hours of daylight on average. This reduction is a precursor to the shorter days that are characteristic of the upcoming winter months.

By October, the influence of North American cold fronts is still minimal, and the weather in Cuba remains largely tropical, with sporadic rainfall, high humidity, and warm temperatures. However, evenings can be cooler, especially in coastal regions where sea breezes mitigate the daytime heat.

Sea temperatures remain comfortable in October, averaging between 27.2°C (81°F) and 29°C (84.2°F). These conditions are still ideal for water-based activities. However, as October is technically still within the hurricane season, it remains prudent to keep an eye on weather updates before embarking on maritime excursions.

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• Havana - October »
  In October, the average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 35°C (95°F). In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.
• Santiago de Cuba - October »
  October is the most humid month in Santiago de Cuba, with an average relative humidity of 82%. What is the water temperature in October in Santiago de Cuba?
• Camaguey - October »
  With an average relative humidity of 85%, October is the most humid month in Camaguey, Cuba. On the first day of October in Camaguey sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:59.
• Holguin - October »
  October and November, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Holguin. The average heat index, which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is appraised at 41°C (105.8°F).
• Santa Clara - October »
  September and October, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Santa Clara, Cuba. September and October, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months in Santa Clara.
• Guantanamo - October »
  The most humid month in Guantanamo is October, with an average relative humidity of 82%. In Guantanamo during October, the rain falls for 23.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 93mm (3.66") of precipitation.
• Bayamo - October »
  January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bayamo, Cuba. January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bayamo, Cuba.
• Las Tunas - October »
  In Las Tunas during October, the rain falls for 23.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation. On the first day of October in Las Tunas, Cuba, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:55.
• Cienfuegos - October »
  October is the most humid month in Cienfuegos, Cuba, with an average relative humidity of 82%. October signifies a slight decrease in temperatures and a substantial reduction in rainfall in Cienfuegos, with temperatures ranging from 23.4°C (74.1°F) to 29.6°C (85.3°F) and a decrease to 106mm (4.17") of precipitation.
• Pinar del Río - October »
  The months with the highest humidity in Pinar del Río are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%. The months with the highest humidity in Pinar del Río are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.
• Manzanillo - October »
  October brings a gradual decrease in temperature and rainfall in Manzanillo, offering a slight relief after the intense summer months. In Manzanillo, Cuba, in October, the average water temperature is 29.4°C (84.9°F).
• Matanzas - October »
  Matanzas, Cuba, sees the arrival of October with an average high-temperature of a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), indicating a subtle variation from September. In October, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).