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El Caney, Cuba

Camagüey · Cuba

El Caney is a small town in Camagüey, Cuba with a population of 4,597. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

4,597 Population 5/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
53.0 in Annual Rain
America / Havana Timezone

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About El Caney

El Caney

El Caney is a small village six kilometers to the northeast of Santiago, Cuba. "Caney" means longhouse in Taíno.

People

Population4,597
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Population4,597
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates21.3000°, -78.4833°
TimezoneAmerica/Havana
Country🇨🇺 Cuba
State / ProvinceCamagüey
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation53.0 inches (1,346 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About El Caney

El Caney is a small town in Cuba (Camagüey) with a population of 4,597. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches. The timezone is America/Havana.

El Caney has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 73°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

73°F Jan (23°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average78.2°F
45% above Cuba avg
January Average73°F (23°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area869.8 sq mi (2,252.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates21.3000°N, 78.4833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Havana

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.0"
39% above Cuba avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.54"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.63"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

16 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5.

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 3 278 km
2024 Rafael Category 2 264 km
2017 Irma Category 5 124 km
2012 Sandy Category 3 291 km
2008 Ike Category 4 22 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 82 km
2008 Gustav Category 3 281 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 95 km
2005 Rita Category 1 280 km
2002 Lili Category 1 222 km
2001 Michelle Category 4 236 km
1998 Georges Category 2 83 km
1996 Lili Category 2 168 km
1985 Kate Category 2 89 km
1981 Katrina Category 1 115 km
1980 Allen Category 4 189 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 74°F (23°C) 1.3 in
March 76°F (24°C) 1.3 in
April 78°F (26°C) 2.6 in
May 80°F (27°C) 7.4 in
June 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in Wettest
July 82°F (28°C) 6.8 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in Warmest
September 81°F (27°C) 7.7 in
October 80°F (26°C) 7.2 in
November 77°F (25°C) 1.5 in
December 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in Driest

El Caney has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 73°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 53.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.5") and December the driest (0.6").

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Radio Stations near El Caney

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
La salsa cubana reggeton MP3

Airports Near El Caney

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ignacio Agramonte International AirportCMWLarge Airport
Máximo Gómez AirportAVIMedium Airport
Amansaguapos Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
Cabrera Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
Cupeyes Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
El Caney Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
El Cenizo Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
El Jibaro Airport-Small Airport
Esmeralda Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
Florida Airport-Small Airport
Fundo de Buenaventura Airport-Small Airport
Haití Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
Jatibonico South Airport-Small Airport
La Crisis Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
La Olivia Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
Las Cruces Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
Maria Rayes Airport-Small Airport
Punta de Yaba Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
Reyes Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport
San Carlos Airport-Small Airport
Vertientes Agricultural Airfield-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Havana

🇨🇺 About Cuba

Capital Havana
Population 11,338,138
Area 110,860 km²
GDP (USD) $107,352,000,000
GDP per capita $9,605
HDI 0.764
Life expectancy 78.1 years
Internet users 71.3%
Urban population 77.1%
Currency CUP (Peso)
Languages Spanish
Calling code +53
TLD .cu
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Cuba

9 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 Triumph of the Revolution Triunfo de la Revolución
Jan 2 Victory of Fidel Castro Día de Victoria de las Fuerzas Armadas
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
May 1 Labour Day Día de los trabajadores
Jul 25 Day before the Commemoration of the Assault of the Moncada garrison Conmemoración del asalto a Moncada
Jul 26 Commemoration of the Assault of the Moncada garrison Día de la Rebeldía Nacional
Jul 27 Day after the Commemoration of the Assault of the Moncada garrison Conmemoración del asalto a Moncada
Oct 10 Independence Day Día de la Independencia
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About El Caney

What is the population of El Caney?

El Caney has a population of 4,597 residents and is located in Cuba. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 869.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in El Caney?

El Caney has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.0 inches.

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