Fontanar Travel Guide

City City in Havana Province, Cuba

Fontanar lies in Havana Province countryside, where sugarcane fields, faded colonial homes and roadside paladares turn up in place of glossy tourist streets. Visitors come to witness rural Cuban rhythms, hear local son bands and try home-cooked stews away from the capital.

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In This Guide

Why Visit Fontanar?
- Who's It For?
Top Things to Do
Where to Go in Fontanar
Plan Your Visit
Where to Stay
Where to Eat
Nightlife
Shopping

Time

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Weather

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Population

178,601

Infrastructure & Convenience

Popularity

Why Visit Fontanar? #

Fontanar provides a low-key Cuban experience close to Havana’s rhythms, where classic cars and neighborhood plazas set the scene for live son and salsa that spill into the night. Sample ropa vieja and fried plantains at family-run paladares, visit local rum and cigar sellers, and join street-side music for an authentic taste of Cuban social life. The town’s intimate scale makes music, food and daily traditions especially accessible.

Who's Fontanar For?

Families

Nature Buffs

Foodies

Couples

Top Things to Do in Fontanar

All Attractions ›

Old Havana and its Fortification System

Historic core of Havana with colonial fortifications

Historical Site

Finca Vigía

Ernest Hemingway's Cuban home turned museum

Museum

Havana Cathedral

Baroque cathedral in Old Havana's central plaza

Church

El Capitolio

Monumental Havana capitol building inspired by US Capitol

Building

Museum of the Revolution (Cuba)

Museum in Havana housed in the former presidential palace

Museum

Malecón

Seaside promenade and social hub in Havana

Road

Gran Teatro de La Habana

Havana opera house complex hosting ballet and performances

Theater

Morro Castle

17th-century fortress guarding Havana's harbor entrance

Fort

Plan Your Visit to Fontanar #

Dining

Cuban home-style spots

Paladares and state cafeterias serving classic Cuban dishes and rations.

Nightlife

Very quiet nights

Town squares host occasional live music; nightlife overall subdued.

Accommodation

Basic casas particulares

Family-run casas are the main option; few formal hotels exist.

Shopping

Limited tourist shopping

Small shops sell basics and local crafts; no boutique scene.

Best Time to Visit Fontanar #

Visit Fontanar between November and April for the coolest, driest weather-perfect for beaches, walking Havana streets, and outdoor tours. Summers (May-October) are hot, humid and rainy, with hurricane risk from June to November.

Dry Season

November - April · 18-27°C (64-81°F)

Pleasant, breezy days and lower humidity make beach strolling and Old Havana exploring ideal; expect comfortable evenings and fewer rain interruptions.

Wet Season

May - October · 25-32°C (77-90°F)

Hot, humid afternoons with frequent afternoon downpours; great for pool and beach time but plan indoor afternoons and expect mosquitoes.

Hurricane Season

June - November · 24-31°C (75-88°F)

Risk of tropical storms and hurricanes peaks-travel plans can be disrupted; secure flexible bookings and monitor forecasts, but calm windows still offer warm weather.

Best Time to Visit Fontanar #

Climate

Fontanar's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 17°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1338 mm/year), wettest in June.

Best Time to Visit

MarchFebruaryApril

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

37°

Warmest Month

11°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

84 Excellent

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

17° – 26°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

61 mm

Rainfall

3.1 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 17°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

17° – 27°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

51 mm

Rainfall

3.3 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 18°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

19° – 28°

68%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

52 mm

Rainfall

3.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

2.0

UV Index

Very High

11.9h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

20° – 30°

65%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

69 mm

Rainfall

3.2 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 (127 mm).

79 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 31°

67%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

127 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

13.1h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 29°C due to high humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (204 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

29°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

204 mm

Rainfall

2.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

13.4h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 32°

72%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

151 mm

Rainfall

2.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.4

UV Index

Extreme

13.3h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (152 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

28°C

Temperature

23° – 32°

73%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

152 mm

Rainfall

1.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

2.3

UV Index

Extreme

12.8h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (191 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

30°

Feels Like Hot

27°C

Temperature

23° – 31°

76%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

191 mm

Rainfall

2.2 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 (151 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

75 Very Good

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

76%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

151 mm

Rainfall

2.7 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

11.5h daylight

November

November is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

20° – 28°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

75 mm

Rainfall

3.1 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 18°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

86 Excellent

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

18° – 27°

76%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

54 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.0

UV Index

High

10.6h daylight

How to Get to Fontanar

By Air

By Train & Bus

How to Get Around Fontanar

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Where to Stay in Fontanar #

Budget

Fontanar / La Habana Province - $15-40/night

Fontanar has limited formal hotels; casas particulares (private homestays) and small guest rooms are the common budget choice for visitors.

Budget casas particulares - Homestays with local hosts
Airbnb and private rooms - Local rooms in residential areas

Mid-Range

Havana - $50-130/night

Mid-range choices are mostly in Havana city; expect comfortable rooms, on-site dining, and easier access to tours from the provincial hubs.

Mid-range hotels in Havana - More comfortable stays, better services
Hotel Nacional de Cuba (historic) - Classic hotel with central location

Luxury

Havana central - $120-350/night

Luxury hotels are centralized in Havana with modern amenities, pleasant common areas, and reliable concierge services for island logistics and tours.

Meliá Habana - Upscale, waterfront location
Hotel Parque Central - Luxury rooms, central position

Best for First-Timers

Old Havana / Vedado - $60-200/night

First-time visitors should stay in Havana for clearer transport, access to guides, and a wider selection of restaurants and night activities than provincial towns.

Hotels in central Havana - Best access to landmarks and tours
Official tourism offices for bookings - Helpful for first-time planning

Best for Families

Havana - $80-250/night

Families will find better facilities, pools, and larger rooms in Havana hotels rather than small provincial guesthouses - plan travel time accordingly.