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Pilón, Cuba
Granma Province · Cuba
Pilón is a small city in Granma Province, Cuba with a population of 28,752. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pilón
Pilón is a Cuban musical form and a popular dance created in the 1950s. named for the town of Pilón, on the southern coast of Cuba. The rhythms of Pilón are based on the motions of pounding sugarcane. One unique aspect of the pilón is the use of simultaneous piano and electric guitar guajeos. Rhythmically, the guitar plays a much simpler form of the piano part. The following example is written in 4/4 rather than cut-time.
People
Climate
| Population | 28,752 |
| Population Density | 161 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 19.9055°, -77.3215° |
| Timezone | America/Havana |
| Country | 🇨🇺 Cuba |
| State / Province | Granma Province |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.1 inches (1,221 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pilón
Pilón is a small city in Cuba (Granma Province) with a population of 28,752. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 73°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.1 inches. The timezone is America/Havana.
Climate in Pilón
Pilón has an average annual temperature of 27.6°C (82°F). The hottest month is Aug (29.3°C), the coldest is Jan (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 2280 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Cuba avg | |
| January Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 249 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 178.4 sq mi (462.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 161/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 19.9055°N, 77.3215°W |
| Timezone | America/Havana |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1775 | SANTIAGO DE CUBA | Earthquake | - | - | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73°F (23°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
Pilón has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 73°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.5") and December the driest (1.1").
Colleges & Universities in Pilón
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centro Universitario Municipal de Pilón | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Pilón
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Primaria Olimpo Rodríguez Pérez | - | - | - | - |
| Politécnico (Escuela de oficio) | - | - | - | - |
| ESBU Juan Vitalio Acuña Núñez | - | - | - | - |
| Seminternado Augusto César Sandino | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Pilón
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Pilón
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Museo Celia Sánchez Manduley | ||||
| Casa Natal de Celia Sánchez Manduley | ||||
| Cinco Palmas | ||||
| Museo Municipal |
Libraries in Pilón
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 |
Hotels in Pilón
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pilón
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pilón
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Pilón
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pilón
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pilón
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pilón
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pilón
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Pilón
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Pilón
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pilón
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pilón
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carlos Manuel de Cespedes Airport | BYM | Medium Airport |
| Sierra Maestra International Airport | MZO | Medium Airport |
| Bayamo Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Caio Voisan Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campechuela Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cayama Nueva Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corral de Rio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guamo Agricultural Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Escondida Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mateo Remas Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Pilón
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Oficina de Correos |
Treatment Centers in Pilón
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Sala de Rehabilitación | ||
| Sala de Rehabilitación |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pilón
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia Católica | |
| Iglesia de Cristo Embajada del Reino | |
| Iglesia de Cristo Embajada del Reino | |
| Iglesia Metodista |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Cuba
9 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Pilón
What is the population of Pilón?
Pilón has a population of 28,752 residents and is located in Cuba. The population density is 161 people per square mile, spread across 178.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pilón?
Pilón has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 73°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.1 inches.