Cayo Puerco

Cayo Puerco
1.169 km²
Coastline: 5.923 km
Landform: Plains
65 / km²
UTC-05:00
Tree Cover: 94%
Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

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

Geography and size of Cayo Puerco

Size: 1.169 km²
Coastline: 5.9 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: North Atlantic Ocean
Continent: North America

Cayo Puerco is a Small Island spanning 1.2 km² with a coastline of 5.9 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: 21.22986054 / Longitude: -76.52212985

Climate and weather of Cayo Puerco

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 Puerco

Timezone: UTC-05:00
Timezone places: America/New_York
Max. Elevation: 7 m
Mean Elevation: 4 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 94%

The mean elevation is 4 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 7 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: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Dominated by evergreen coniferous trees such as pines and firs, which retain their needle-like leaves throughout the year. These forests are often found in cooler climates. Cayo Puerco has a tree cover of 94 %.

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 Puerco

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Cayo Puerco. The nearest airport is Hermanos Ameijeiras Airport, located 53 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Cayo Puerco. The closest major port is PUERTO PADRE, approximately 5 km away.

The mean population of Cayo Puerco is 66 per km². Cayo Puerco is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Cuba.

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


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 Puerco

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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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