The best times to visit Manzanillo for ideal weather are

November 26th to January 14th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Manzanillo Travel Info

Weather in Manzanillo

Temperature

Average temperatures in Manzanillo vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for most of the year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 25th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Manzanillo, the hottest months are August, September, and then July. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 91.6°F (33.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.8°F (24.3°C) at night.

Manzanillo Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Manzanillo Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Manzanillo Perceived Temperature (F)

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Manzanillo Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Manzanillo Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 84.1 78.8 69.4
Feb 87.4 82.1 72.5
Mar 87.2 81.4 72.2
Apr 89 82.3 73.1
May 88.3 81.7 73.4
Jun 89.3 82.8 74.8
Jul 90.9 83.5 74.9
Aug 91.5 84 75.3
Sep 89.9 83.7 75.4
Oct 87.3 82.2 74.6
Nov 85 80.7 73.4
Dec 83.1 78.3 69.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 28.9 26 20.8
Feb 30.8 27.8 22.5
Mar 30.7 27.4 22.3
Apr 31.7 27.9 22.8
May 31.3 27.6 23
Jun 31.8 28.2 23.8
Jul 32.7 28.6 23.8
Aug 33.1 28.9 24.1
Sep 32.2 28.7 24.1
Oct 30.7 27.9 23.7
Nov 29.4 27.1 23
Dec 28.4 25.7 21

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Manzanillo are February, December, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid October with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of October 15th.

When can you find snow in Manzanillo? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Manzanillo.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Manzanillo (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 3% 0 0.5
Feb 0% 0 0
Mar 5% 0 1.1
Apr 10% 0 2
May 14% 0 5.4
Jun 15% 0 3.9
Jul 21% 0 5.3
Aug 26% 0 6.2
Sep 16% 0 4.2
Oct 30% 0 7.3
Nov 3% 0 0.5
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 3 0 1.3
Feb 0 0 0
Mar 5 0 2.8
Apr 10 0 5.1
May 14 0 13.7
Jun 15 0 9.9
Jul 21 0 13.5
Aug 26 0 15.7
Sep 16 0 10.7
Oct 30 0 18.5
Nov 3 0 1.3
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Manzanillo has some slightly muggy months, with moderately humid months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is February (44.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (69.2%).

Wind in Manzanillo is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by January and April. March’s average wind speed of around 8.5 knots (9.8 MPH or 15.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid January where average top sustained speeds reach 13.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Manzanillo.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 8.2 Gentle breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Feb 7.6 Gentle breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Mar 8.5 Gentle breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Apr 7.8 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
May 5.5 Light breeze 9.6 Significant breeze
Jun 4.4 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 9.8 Significant breeze
Aug 5.2 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.5 Light breeze 7.7 Significant breeze
Oct 5 Light breeze 8.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 7.3 Gentle breeze 10.2 Significant breeze
Dec 7.4 Gentle breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 50.4%
Feb 44.9%
Mar 45%
Apr 50.6%
May 63.3%
Jun 69.2%
Jul 66.2%
Aug 64.6%
Sep 64.9%
Oct 66.3%
Nov 55.5%
Dec 50.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Manzanillo?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Cuba; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Manzanillo, Cuba is January, followed by May and December. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Manzanillo in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 67.7 in October means 67.7% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Manzanillo Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 90°F (32.2°C) and 86.6°F (30.3°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Manzanillo, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.4°F (32.4°C) and 83.1°F (28.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 1 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Manzanillo to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 88°F (31.1°C) and 78.3°F (25.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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