Capital city
Havana
Languages
Spanish
Currency
Cuban Peso (CUP)
Climate and average temperatures
Cuba enjoys a hot, sub-tropical climate all year round. Most rain falls between May and October and hurricanes can occur in autumn (August to November). Humidity varies between 75% and 95%. Cooler months are January to April when the least rain falls. The temperature is at its lowest in January and February at around 26 degrees centigrade and rises to around 32 degrees centigrade in August.
Airlines
Virgin Atlantic, Iberia and Air France.
Flight time from UK
Ten hours
Visa requirements
A Cuban Tourist Card in place of a visa is obligatory for entry to Cuba. Full passport details are required to complete the application for this tourist card and a payment is due.
Health requirements
Please contact your GP for up to date information
