Cuba
Rum, Rhythms, Havana Nights
Overview
A Caribbean island nation frozen in time with its vintage cars and colonial architecture, known for its cigars, rum, salsa music, and complex political history.
Geographic Context
Region
Americas
Subregion
Caribbean
Land Area
109,884 km²
Capital
Havana
Languages
Spanish
Currencies
Cuban convertible peso ($), Cuban peso ($)
At a Glance
32
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
75
Freedom
16
Security
6
Life Expectancy
73.7 yrs
Median Age
41.7 yrs
Urbanization
78%
Housing Index
18
Healthcare Access
79/100
Climate
Average Temperature
26.5°C
Average AQI
25
Most Temperate Cities
1 Municipio de Niquero 27.5°C
2 Municipio de Bayamo 27.1°C
3 Bayamo 27.1°C
4 Municipio de Manzanillo 27°C
5 Municipio de Abreus 27°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Municipio de Guantánamo 22 AQI
2 Municipio de Jatibonico 22 AQI
3 Municipio de Cabaiguán 22 AQI
4 Municipio de Bayamo 22 AQI
5 Municipio de Manzanillo 22 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 62 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 58
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 2.88% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 6 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025