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The Moorings, Cayman Islands

Sister Island · Cayman Islands

The Moorings is a small town in Sister Island, Cayman Islands with a population of 1,306. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,306 Population 73/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
America / Cayman Timezone

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People

Population1,306
Density73/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population1,306
Population Density73 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates19.7333°, -79.7833°
TimezoneAmerica/Cayman
Country🇰🇾 Cayman Islands
State / ProvinceSister Island
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,210 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About The Moorings

The Moorings is a small town in Cayman Islands (Sister Island) with a population of 1,306. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is America/Cayman.

The Moorings has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Cayman Islands avg
January Average76°F (24°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area18.0 sq mi (46.5 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates19.7333°N, 79.7833°W
TimezoneAmerica/Cayman

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above Cayman Islands avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.24"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.7. Most recent: M0.0 on Apr 6, 2025.

Jan 28, 2020 123 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M7.7 113 km
Feb 4, 2007 108 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M6.2 139 km
Jan 28, 2020 55 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M6.1 133 km
Jan 19, 2010 46 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M5.9 134 km
Aug 26, 1991 45 km SSE of East End, Cayman Islands M5.8 144 km
Jun 27, 1992 66 km ESE of East End, Cayman Islands M5.6 120 km
Jan 28, 2020 40 km SSE of East End, Cayman Islands M5.4 145 km
Jan 28, 2020 34 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.9 140 km
Jan 29, 2020 114 km NNW of Lucea, Jamaica M4.9 124 km
Jan 28, 2020 138 km NW of Lucea, Jamaica M4.7 83 km
Mar 11, 2008 74 km ESE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.6 97 km
Mar 22, 2020 49 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 142 km
Jan 28, 2020 41 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 136 km
Jan 29, 2020 48 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 129 km
Jan 28, 2020 68 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 128 km
May 5, 2024 54 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 127 km
Jan 29, 2020 48 km SSE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.5 146 km
Jan 28, 2020 50 km SE of East End, Cayman Islands M4.4 138 km
Jan 5, 2021 153 km E of East End, Cayman Islands M4.4 63 km
Feb 2, 2020 115 km E of East End, Cayman Islands M4.4 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Melissa Category 5 253 km
2024 Beryl Category 4 161 km
2024 Rafael Category 3 44 km
2022 Ian Category 1 297 km
2021 Grace Category 1 190 km
2008 Paloma Category 4 21 km
2008 Gustav Category 4 64 km
2008 Ike Category 2 174 km
2007 Dean Category 4 237 km
2005 Emily Category 5 265 km
2005 Dennis Category 4 126 km
2004 Ivan Category 5 161 km
2004 Charley Category 3 113 km
2002 Lili Category 1 4 km
2002 Isidore Category 1 214 km
2001 Michelle Category 4 285 km
2001 Iris Category 2 260 km
1988 Gilbert Category 5 137 km
1985 Kate Category 2 300 km
1981 Katrina Category 1 75 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.1 m (0 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2020 OFF SE COAST OF CUBA Earthquake 0.1 m 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 76°F (24°C) 1.2 in Coldest
February 76°F (25°C) 1.3 in
March 78°F (26°C) 1.3 in
April 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in
May 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in
June 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in Wettest
July 83°F (29°C) 5.9 in Warmest
August 83°F (29°C) 5.9 in
September 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in
October 81°F (27°C) 6.8 in
November 79°F (26°C) 2.2 in
December 77°F (25°C) 0.9 in Driest

The Moorings has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.2") and December the driest (0.9").

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Museums in The Moorings

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Captain Charlie Kirkconnell’s Historic House
Cayman Brac Museum
Eldemire Historic House

Libraries in The Moorings

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Public Library0.0

Airports Near The Moorings

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Charles Kirkconnell International AirportCYBMedium Airport
Edward Bodden Little Cayman AirfieldLYBMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/Cayman

🇰🇾 About Cayman Islands

Capital George Town
Population 64,174
Area 262 km²
GDP (USD) $7,241,244,269
GDP per capita $99,144
HDI 0.900
Life expectancy 80.4 years
Urban population 100.0%
Currency KYD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +1345
TLD .ky
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Moorings

What is the population of The Moorings?

The Moorings has a population of 1,306 residents and is located in Cayman Islands. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 18.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in The Moorings?

The Moorings has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

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