What's The Weather Like In Holguin In February
Temperature
February is the last of the winter months in Holguin and sees the temperatures begin to rise to a very warm but comfortable average of 23 degrees or up to 28 degrees in the midday sun. February is also the month which sees the least amount of rainfall which makes it an ideal time to enjoy the beauty of a wonderful and peaceful city with much to see and plenty to do if you can manage to drag yourself away from the exceptional beaches.
Rain
The hurricane season in Holguin begins in September and ends in October and the rainy season runs from April to September. This makes February an attractive time of the year to visit for those that enjoy the milder climate and also less erratic nature of the rain and wind. The rainfall in the summer is up to 4 times that of the month of February which sees on average 35mm of rainfall spread across the whole month. That doesn't mean it will rain every day, in fact you can expect just 5 days of rain for this month, even then only for short periods of time.
Sea Temperature/Sunshine Hours
Holguin is a city in Cuba which sits at the entrance of the Gulf of Mexico, this leads to warm waters all year round which are pushed up from the equator. The difference from the scorching summer months to February sees only a 3 degree fall in sea temperature to a pleasant 27 degrees. The chance of a cloudy day and the chance of a windy day is 40% for each which is consistent to the rest of the year. You can expect 8 hours of daylight per day; this is a slight increase from 7 hours per day in January and just short of the maximum 10 hours of sun per day at the peak of summer.
Holguin Hotels In February
Hostal Brisas Del Mar
If you would like to stay in a place close to the beach with a view of the ocean then the Hostal Brisas Del Mar could be the one for you. You can sit on the porch and watch the shipping boats or there is an opportunity to explore the nearby caves With good food and clean rooms this is a place that ticks all the boxes.
Hostal La Casona
The Hostal La Casona is another very well located Casa close to the centre of town with a nearby bus station .The rooms are comfortable and of a good size with excellent cleanliness. If it's a hot day which is usually the case you may want to cool down in the small pool. The Friendly staff will happily make you a refreshing drink whilst you relax and enjoy the hospitality.
Holguin Beaches For February
Playa Blanca Beach
Since the sea temperature is so gloriously warm in February, it is a great month to discover the beautiful coral and sea life at one of the white sandy beaches. If it is a quiet beach you want then the Playa Blanca Beach will be just the place you need to go which is surrounded by beautiful Cuban countryside.
Bars And Restaurants
La Begonia
La Begonia is a lively bar in a good location. You can grab an ice cold beer and do a bit of people watching or sit and have a chat with the locals but it can get a bit overcrowded at times. Wi-Fi is also available if you have an activation card which you can get at the nearby telecom station.
The Polenisio
The Polenisio is a restaurant best enjoyed in the evening. This is due to the spectacular views of the lit-up city from the high floor of the building. One thing to be aware of is that you will need a reservation to get a table which is not easy to come across.
Things to Do In Holguin In February
Dolphinarium
If you have always wanted to swim with dolphins or maybe you would just like to watch them swim and play then go for a day out to the Dolphinarium, Cayo Naranjo. As well as the opportunity to swim with, feed and even water ski with the dolphins in the warm sea waters, you will be able to watch the entertaining sea lion and dolphin shows along with much more. Don't forget to take your camera!
