Cayo Guajaba

Island Uninhabited Cuban cay with sandy beaches and reefs

Low coral cay off Camagüey with beaches and reef habitat; Cayo Guajaba draws snorkelers, sport fishers and day‑trippers seeking coastal scenery and marine life.

Cayo Guajaba
21.8455, -77.5173

How to Get to Cayo Guajaba #

Reaching Cayo Guajaba requires a boat from the Camagüey coast. The nearest mainland ports with regular services for cayos are in the province; travelers should coordinate with local boat operators, often from towns such as Nuevitas or Santa Lucía.

Tips for Visiting Cayo Guajaba #

  • Arrange boat transport in advance from nearby ports (such as Nuevitas or Playa Santa Lucía).
  • If staying overnight, confirm lodging and supplies - facilities on small cayos can be limited.
  • Bring reef-safe sunscreen and snorkeling gear if planning to explore coral flats.

Best Time to Visit Cayo Guajaba #

Best visited in the dry season (November-April) when sea conditions are calmer and travel logistics are more reliable.

Dry Season
November-April · 75-85°F (24-29°C)
Calmer seas and sunnier weather, ideal for beach activities and boating.
Wet Season (shorter rains)
May-October · 77-89°F (25-32°C)
Warmer with occasional rain showers; sea conditions can be choppier.

Weather & Climate near Cayo Guajaba #

Climate

Cayo Guajaba's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and warm winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 19°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1207 mm/year), wettest in October.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
19°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 25 mm.

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
19° 27°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
20° 29°

Weather

40 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
21° 30°

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° 31°

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (157 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
23° 32°

Weather

157 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the hottest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 24°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 33°

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is the hottest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° 33°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 23°C. Significant rainfall (167 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
23° 32°

Weather

167 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (200 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° 31°

Weather

200 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° 29°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
20° 28°

Weather

43 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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