Havana, Cuba
Capital city · Population 2.2M
Havana is the capital and the largest city in Cuba with a population of approximately 2,163,824 people as of 2026. This makes it the 181st largest city in the world, accounting for 22.20% of Cuba's total population of 9.7M. Havana is classified as a major city and operates in the America/Havana timezone. The average annual temperature is 25.9°C with 1,154 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 41 meters above sea level.
Population
2,163,824
Global Rank
#181
Country Rank
#1
% of Cuba
22.20%
Avg Temperature
25.9°C
Annual Rainfall
1,154 mm
Elevation
41 m
Timezone
America/Havana
Havana on the Map
Climate in Havana
Havana's warmest month is May and the coldest is Feb. The wettest month is Aug with 226 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Cuba at a Glance
Country Population
9,748,007
Capital
Havana
Region
Caribbean
Major Cities
30
GDP per Capita
$9,605
Life Expectancy
78.1 years
Urban Population
77.2%
Growth Rate
-0.00%
Other Major Cities in Cuba
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Havana with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vedado | 108,369 | 1 km |
| Plaza de la Revolución | 139,135 | 2 km |
| Centro Habana | 158,151 | 2 km |
| Cerro | 132,351 | 3 km |
| Almendares | 240,000 | 5 km |
| Diez de Octubre | 227,293 | 6 km |
| Ciudad Camilo Cienfuegos | 178,041 | 6 km |
| San Miguel del Padrón | 159,273 | 7 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Havana?
The population of Havana, Cuba is approximately 2,163,824 people, making it the 181st largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Cuba.
Is Havana the capital of Cuba?
Yes, Havana is the capital of Cuba.
What is the climate like in Havana?
Havana has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C and receives 1,154 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is May and the coldest is Feb.
What timezone is Havana in?
Havana is in the America/Havana timezone.