Basilica of San Francisco de Asís, Havana

Museum Colonial-era basilica in Havana's historic quarter

In Old Havana, the Basilica of San Francisco de Asís occupies a colonial‑era complex used for cultural events; visitors come for its historic architecture and plaza setting.

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Basilica of San Francisco de Asís, Havana
Old Havana, La Habana Province, Cuba
23.1369, -82.3483

How to Get to Basilica of San Francisco de Asís, Havana #

Located in Old Havana (Habana Vieja). Easily reached on foot from the Cathedral Plaza area; taxis and local buses also serve the historic center.

Tips for Visiting Basilica of San Francisco de Asís, Havana #

  • Combine the visit with a stroll through Old Havana and the nearby plazas-San Francisco sits in a neighborhood dense with colonial architecture.
  • Listen for live music drifting from nearby cafés; the square around the basilica often hosts street musicians.
  • Bring small cash for entrance donations; local cultural sites often operate with modest on-the-spot fees for preservation.

Best Time to Visit Basilica of San Francisco de Asís, Havana #

Best during the dry season for comfortable walking and clearer restoration colors on colonial façades.

Dry Season
November-April · 20-28°C
Drier, more comfortable weather for walking Old Havana's cobbled streets.
Early Summer
May-June · 24-32°C
Warmer temperatures; the city is lively with local festivals and outdoor life.

Weather & Climate near Basilica of San Francisco de Asís, Havana #

Climate

Tropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 19°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1262 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 58 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
MarchAprilJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
37°
Warmest Month
11°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.1
UV Index
High
10.7h daylight

February

February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.3h daylight

March

March is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

50 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
65%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.6h daylight

May

May is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.1h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (196 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

30°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 31°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

196 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
13.3h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (117 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.8h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 32°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 30°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

149 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 29°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
10.9h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
20° 27°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

63 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
High
10.6h daylight

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