Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
| Metric | Havana | Miami | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 27°C (81°F)▲ | 24°C (75°F) | Havana |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 21°C (70°F)▲ | 20°C (68°F) | Havana |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 5 days▲ | 8 days | Havana |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 23 mm▲ | 41 mm | Havana |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day▲ | 9h/day | Havana |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 78% | 70%▲ | Miami |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 19 km/h▲ | 22 km/h | Havana |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Havana edges ahead as the better destination in December. Havana offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Miami sees 9 sunshine hours and 8 rain days.
Havana sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Miami is also comfortable at 24°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Havana is the stronger choice in December. Havana receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Havana reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Miami averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Havana receives approximately 23 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Miami sees 41 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Havana the drier option by 3 rain days and 18 mm of total precipitation.
Humidity also differs: Havana averages 78% while Miami sits at 70%. Havana will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
Highs of 27°C, lows of 21°C, 5 rain days
Highs of 24°C, lows of 20°C, 8 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during December.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Havana | Miami | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 26°C | 5d | 23°C | 8d |
| Feb | 27°C | 4d | 24°C | 7d |
| Mar | 28°C | 5d | 25°C | 7d |
| Apr | 30°C | 7d | 27°C | 8d |
| May | 31°C | 14d | 28°C | 12d |
| Jun | 31°C | 21d | 29°C | 20d |
| Jul | 32°C | 20d | 30°C | 21d |
| Aug | 32°C | 21d | 30°C | 22d |
| Sep | 31°C | 22d | 29°C | 22d |
| Oct | 29°C | 16d | 28°C | 15d |
| Nov | 28°C | 7d | 26°C | 9d |
| Dec | 27°C | 5d | 24°C | 8d |
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