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Lajas, Cuba
Cienfuegos Province · Cuba
Lajas is a small city in Cienfuegos Province, Cuba with a population of 22,602. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Lajas
Lajas är en ort i Kuba. Den ligger i provinsen Provincia de Cienfuegos, i den centrala delen av landet, 230 km öster om huvudstaden Havanna. Lajas ligger 76 meter över havet och antalet invånare är 22 602.
People
Climate
| Population | 22,602 |
| Population Density | 131 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Coordinates | 22.4148°, -80.2931° |
| Timezone | America/Havana |
| Country | 🇨🇺 Cuba |
| State / Province | Cienfuegos Province |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.2 inches (1,478 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Lajas
Lajas is a small city in Cuba (Cienfuegos Province) with a population of 22,602. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is America/Havana.
Climate in Lajas
Lajas has an average annual temperature of 26°C (79°F). The hottest month is Aug (28°C), the coldest is Jan (22.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1449 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Cuba avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 256 ft (78 m) |
| Area | 172.2 sq mi (446.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 131/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 22.4148°N, 80.2931°W |
| Timezone | America/Havana |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
Lajas has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 71°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.0") and December the driest (1.0").
Schools in Lajas
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IPU Frank País | - | - | - | - |
| Politécnico Orestes Pérez Fundora | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Toribio Lima | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Camilo Cienfuegos | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Primaria Anastacio Cárdenas | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Lajas
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Lajas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo | ||||
| Museo Municipal de Palmira | ||||
| Museo municipal Joaquín Día-Marrero Torres | ||||
| Museo Municipal Santo Domingo | ||||
| Samuel Feijo |
Libraries in Lajas
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alejo Campentier | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal de Palmira | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Raúl Aparicio Nogales | 0.0 | |||||
| Bliblioteca Ramón Balboa | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Lajas
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Disloque | |||||
| Katiuska | |||||
| La Plaza | |||||
| Mercadito Cartagena | |||||
| Mercadito Congojas | |||||
| Mercado agropecuario |
Restaurants in Lajas
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Lajas
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Lajas
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Lajas
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Lajas
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Lajas
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Lajas
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerveceria | ||||
| Cerveza Dispensada |
Stadiums & Teams in Lajas
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Lajas
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Abel Santamaria International Airport | SNU | Large Airport |
| Alberto Delgado Airport | TND | Medium Airport |
| Jaime Gonzalez Airport | CFG | Medium Airport |
| Colón Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Purio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Giron Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jutiera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Glorias Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Nuevas Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Los Arabos Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Martí Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Industria Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sagua La Grande Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Pedro Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tranqueras Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Lajas
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Correos de Cuba |
Treatment Centers in Lajas
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centro de Rehabilitación | ||
| Fisoterapia | ||
| Sala de Rehabilitación | ||
| Sala de Rehabilitación |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Lajas
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica Santa Isabel de las Lajas |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Cuba
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Lajas
What is the population of Lajas?
Lajas has a population of 22,602 residents and is located in Cuba. The population density is 131 people per square mile, spread across 172.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Lajas?
Lajas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches.