The weather in May in Cuba
It's hot in May in Cuba with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 23°C.
May is a good month to be in Cuba for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Cuba. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2016, Cuba reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Cuba is 29°C this month. Nice and warm for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 97 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
Daily weather in May for Cuba
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cuba. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Cuba | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 97 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 14 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Cuba with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 31°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Cuba is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The hurricane season in Cuba runs from June to November.
Check out the climate of Cuba for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Cuba is based on weather data from Varadero. Other places, like Havana, Trinidad or Viñales, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Cuba to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Cuba. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Cuba
Temperature in May in Cuba over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Cuba. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Cuba
Total precipitation in May in Cuba over the years
Daily UV index in May in Cuba
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Cuba, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Cuba by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cuba. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.