Varadero — time and weather
Varadero is a city in Cuba, in the America/Havana time zone. This page shows the current local time in Varadero and the current weather: temperature, precipitation and wind speed.
About the time in Varadero
Local time in Varadero is based on the America/Havana time zone. Daylight saving time, where it applies in this region, is handled automatically. The current offset from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is shown next to the clock. The time on this page updates every second and is synced with your device clock.
About the country and city
Cuba is the largest Caribbean island, known for colonial cities, vintage cars, beaches and live music. The dry season from November to April is the best time to visit.
More about the country: Cuba →What to see in Varadero
Sights and historical places
- Varadero's main beach — over 20 km of white sand.
- Josone Park with lakes, gardens and rowing boats.
- Ambrosio Cave with ancient rock paintings.
- Hicacos Peninsula, the northern tip with wild beaches.
Museums
- The Varadero Museum in a historic wooden seaside mansion.
- Mansión Xanadú, the seaside villa of the resort's former owner Du Pont.
Where to spend time
- Snorkel and dive over the coral reefs.
- Take a boat trip or catamaran cruise to the offshore islets.
- Relax on the palm-lined beach and try water sports.
Local cuisine
Varadero's beachfront restaurants specialise in fresh seafood — lobster, shrimp and fish — served with rice and tropical fruit.