Cuba year-round guide
North America · May
Best time to visit Cuba in May 🇨🇺
May in Cuba is great time to visit. a great time — solid weather and most experiences open, often with fewer crowds than the absolute peak.
Cuba year at a glance
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off-season
The absolute peak months for Cuba are January, February, March, April, December. May is a solid shoulder choice if you want fewer crowds.
What Cuba is like in May
Nov–Apr dry, warm, pleasant. Hurricane season Jun–Nov. Summer hot & humid.
Insider tip
Casas particulares are cheaper and more authentic than hotels.