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Cayo Piedra

Cayo Piedra, Cuba

Added on 7 January 2024

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0.287 km²

Coastline: 2.812 km

Landform: Plains

33 / km²

UTC-05:00

Tree Cover: 79%

Shrubland

Cuba

Closest neighboring island: Cayo Largo

Welcome to Cayo Piedra, a Tropical island in the Caribbean Sea, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Cayo Piedra unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and Size: Explore the island’s size and location.
Climate and Weather: Weather patterns and temperature.
Topography and Nature: Uncover the natural wonders of the island.
Infrastructure and Travelling: Insights on reaching, staying, and making the most of your visit.
News and Headlines: Latest News.

Geography and size of Cayo Piedra

Size: 0.287 km²
Coastline: 2.8 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: Caribbean Sea
Continent: North America

Cayo Piedra is a Tiny Island spanning 0.287 km² with a coastline of 2.8 km.

Archipel: Greater Antilles – A major island group in the Caribbean, including Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola, and Puerto Rico, known for their rich history and diverse cultures.

Tectonic Plate: North America – Covers North America and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, characterized by diverse geological features and varying levels of seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 21.63700047 / Longitude: -81.56691566

Climate and weather of Cayo Piedra

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Savanna, Wet
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Defined by distinct wet and dry seasons with high temperatures year-round. Pronounced rainfall occurs during the wet season, while the dry season is marked by drought.

Topography and nature of Cayo Piedra

Timezone: UTC-05:00
Timezone places: America/New_York
Max. Elevation: 5 m
Mean Elevation: -5 m
Vegetation: Shrubland
Tree Coverage: 79%

The mean elevation is -5 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 5 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Shrubland
Dominated by shrubs and small bushes, these areas are typical in dry, rocky, or sandy environments, as well as in regions with poor soil fertility. Cayo Piedra has a tree cover of 79 %.

Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Cayo Piedra

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Cayo Piedra. The nearest airport is Vilo Acuña International Airport, located 3 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Cayo Piedra. The closest major port is CIENFUEGOS, approximately 136 km away.

The mean population of Cayo Piedra is 34 per km². Cayo Piedra is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Cuba.

Continuing your journey, Cayo Largo is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

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Cuba is classified as Emerging region: G20: Group of Twenty – Major economies comprising both developed and emerging countries, representing the world’s largest economies. The level of income is Upper middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Cayo Piedra

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Cayo Piedra. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.

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