Güira de Melena Population 2026
Güira de Melena has a population of 69,879, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇨🇺 Cuba, located in Artemisa. Roughly 0.6% of Cuba's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Havana, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
69,879
Rank in Cuba
#22
Coordinates
22.80°N, 82.51°W
~21 m elevation · America/Havana
Distance to capital (Havana)
39 km
24 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Artemisa
| City | Population | Rank in Cuba |
|---|---|---|
| Artemisa | 68,073 | #25 |
| San Cristobal | 59,579 | #32 |
| Bauta | 45,768 | #44 |
| San Antonio de los Baños | 42,724 | #49 |
| Mariel | 28,987 | #69 |
| Guanajay | 25,258 | #82 |
| Bahía Honda | 19,834 | #102 |
| Alquízar | 15,275 | #119 |
Cities near Güira de Melena
- Alquízar15,275 people · ~8 km away
- San Antonio de los Baños42,724 people · ~10 km away
- La Salud28,796 people · ~12 km away
- Bejucal18,123 people · ~19 km away
- Bauta45,768 people · ~21 km away
- Santiago de las Vegas35,241 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Güira de Melena?
Güira de Melena has a population of 69,879 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Cuba.
What region is Güira de Melena in?
Güira de Melena is located in Artemisa, Cuba.
Is Güira de Melena the capital of Cuba?
No, the capital of Cuba is Havana, about 39 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.