Climate Insights for Alacranes

Municipio de Unión de Reyes, Provincia de Matanzas, Cuba

Hottest
August
31°C peak
Coldest
January
20°C low
Wettest
May
163mm rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Alacranes is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 867mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 163mm of rainfall. Alacranes is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, March, February, when temperatures can drop to 20°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 25° Average: 22° Min: 20° Feb Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 21° Mar Max: 27° Average: 24° Min: 21° Apr Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 23° May Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Jun Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Jul Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 25° Aug Max: 31° Average: 28° Min: 26° Sep Max: 30° Average: 27° Min: 25° Oct Max: 29° Average: 26° Min: 24° Nov Max: 28° Average: 25° Min: 22° Dec Max: 27° Average: 23° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Alacranes sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 20°C to 31°C. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 22°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 52mm Feb Precipitation: 17mm Mar Precipitation: 13mm Apr Precipitation: 32mm May Precipitation: 163mm Jun Precipitation: 116mm Jul Precipitation: 93mm Aug Precipitation: 101mm Sep Precipitation: 115mm Oct Precipitation: 105mm Nov Precipitation: 33mm Dec Precipitation: 27mm
Precipitation

Alacranes is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 867mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 72mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 163mm of rainfall. June and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 13mm. That's 150mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 5km/h Feb Wind Speed: 4km/h Mar Wind Speed: 4km/h Apr Wind Speed: 4km/h May Wind Speed: 4km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 3km/h Oct Wind Speed: 4km/h Nov Wind Speed: 4km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Alacranes is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Alacranes, which began on June 21, 2026. Alacranes is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 20°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 209mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 309mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 253mm for the season, averaging 84mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 20 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 96mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 22°
Feb 23°
Mar 24°
Apr 26°
May 26°
Jun 27°
Jul 28°
Aug 28°
Sep 27°
Oct 26°
Nov 25°
Dec 23°

The best time to visit Alacranes is during January, February, March, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 29mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Alacranes based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
20 °C
25 °C
5 km/h
52 mm
0 cm
Feb
21 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Mar
21 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Apr
23 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
32 mm
0 cm
May
24 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
163 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
25 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Jul
25 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
93 mm
0 cm
Aug
26 °C
31 °C
3 km/h
101 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
30 °C
3 km/h
115 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
29 °C
4 km/h
105 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
28 °C
4 km/h
33 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
27 °C
4 km/h
27 mm
0 cm
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