The best times to visit Pinar del Río for ideal weather are

November 5th to March 25th

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

 

 


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Weather in Pinar del Río

Temperature

Average temperatures in Pinar del Río vary little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th 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 Pinar del Río, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 91.4°F (33°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 73.8°F (23.2°C) at night.

Pinar del Río Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Pinar del Río 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.

Pinar del Río Perceived Temperature (F)

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Pinar del Río Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Pinar del Río 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 80.9 69.4 60.9
Feb 82.5 70.4 61.3
Mar 84.1 72.2 62
Apr 87.6 76.8 67.4
May 89.2 78.5 70.3
Jun 89.1 79.8 73.2
Jul 90.5 80.2 73.3
Aug 90.9 80.1 73.6
Sep 89.4 79.5 73.6
Oct 87.4 77.5 70.7
Nov 83.9 73.3 65.3
Dec 82 71.2 63

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 27.2 20.8 16.1
Feb 28.1 21.3 16.3
Mar 28.9 22.3 16.7
Apr 30.9 24.9 19.7
May 31.8 25.8 21.3
Jun 31.7 26.6 22.9
Jul 32.5 26.8 22.9
Aug 32.7 26.7 23.1
Sep 31.9 26.4 23.1
Oct 30.8 25.3 21.5
Nov 28.8 22.9 18.5
Dec 27.8 21.8 17.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Pinar del Río are January, December, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid March. For example, on the week of March 12th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late May to early June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of May 28th.

When can you find snow in Pinar del Río? 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 Pinar del Río.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Pinar del Río (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 9% 0 2.3
Feb 10% 0 1.6
Mar 10% 0 2.9
Apr 11% 0 3.3
May 27% 0 4.6
Jun 41% 0 8.9
Jul 32% 0 9.2
Aug 36% 0 7.3
Sep 32% 0 5.9
Oct 25% 0 6.5
Nov 12% 0 2.4
Dec 10% 0 1.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 9 0 5.8
Feb 10 0 4.1
Mar 10 0 7.4
Apr 11 0 8.4
May 27 0 11.7
Jun 41 0 22.6
Jul 32 0 23.4
Aug 36 0 18.5
Sep 32 0 15
Oct 25 0 16.5
Nov 12 0 6.1
Dec 10 0 3.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Pinar del Río has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (63.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (79.6%).

Wind in Pinar del Río is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and May. March’s average wind speed of around 4.2 knots (4.8 MPH or 7.8 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early March where average top sustained speeds reach 9.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Pinar del Río.

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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 3.1 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Feb 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.7 Light breeze
Mar 4.2 Light breeze 8.7 Light breeze
Apr 4 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
May 3.5 Barely noticeable 7.4 Light breeze
Jun 3.1 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Jul 2.8 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Aug 2.5 Barely noticeable 5.7 Light breeze
Sep 2.3 Barely noticeable 5 Light breeze
Oct 3.3 Barely noticeable 6.5 Light breeze
Nov 3.5 Barely noticeable 7.3 Light breeze
Dec 3.4 Barely noticeable 7.2 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 71.4%
Feb 69%
Mar 63.7%
Apr 64.1%
May 67.8%
Jun 76.8%
Jul 75.5%
Aug 77.6%
Sep 79.6%
Oct 77.2%
Nov 73.6%
Dec 74.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Pinar del Río?

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 Pinar del Río, Cuba is January, followed by February and March. 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 Pinar del Río in December. 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 33.7 in December means 33.7% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Pinar del Río Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 90.6°F (32.6°C) and 82.7°F (28.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 3 to 8 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 10 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Pinar del Río, 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 82°F (27.8°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 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 Pinar del Río to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 83.6°F (28.7°C) and 80.2°F (26.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: consistently 3 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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