UV Index
UV Index
Today's UV index in Havana, Cuba 
will be up to 11, indicating a extreme level of sun exposure for the average person. Check our tips for today to make sure you're safe in the sun.
Last checked: 2025-05-09
UV index at 11 in Havana means extreme risk: limit outdoor time especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., actively seek shade, wear protective clothing, broad-brimmed hat, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch for bright surfaces like water and snow increasing UV exposure.
Havana's UV index is usually high, especially during spring and summer, often ranging from 8 to 11, meaning strong sun rays are common. It can sometimes reach extreme levels in the midday hours.
Havana has a tropical climate with a wet season from May to October and a dry season from November to April. Temperatures are warm all year round, often between 70°F and 90°F, with the hottest months in summer.
Compared to other Caribbean cities, Havana is quite warm but less rainy than places like Kingston, Jamaica. It is sunnier and warmer than Miami in the winter but cooler than tropical rainforest areas like the Dominican Republic.
See the UV index hour by hour for Havana, along with the temperature and how cloudy it is. If the UV level is higher than moderate, it's best to avoid direct sunlight.