Africa Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Large Island Moderately Inhabited Plains Tropical

Nosy Boraha

Africa Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Large Island Moderately Inhabited Plains Tropical

Nosy Boraha, Madagascar

Added on 6 January 2024

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177.453 km²

Coastline: 121.904 km

Landform: Plains

230 / km²

UTC+03:00

Tree Cover: 57%

Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

Madagascar

Closest neighboring island: Lava

Welcome to Nosy Boraha, a Tropical island in the Indian Ocean, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Nosy Boraha 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 Nosy Boraha

Size: 177.5 km²
Coastline: 121.9 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Indian Ocean
Continent: Africa

Nosy Boraha is a Large Island spanning 177 km² with a coastline of 122 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Australia – A major tectonic plate covering Australia, New Zealand, and parts of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, known for its relative stability and occasional seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -16.89546379 / Longitude: 49.91206024

Climate and weather of Nosy Boraha

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Rainforest Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: This climate is typified by heavy rainfall throughout the year, high humidity, and consistently high temperatures, leading to lush rainforests and rich biodiversity. Seasonal temperature variations are minimal.

Topography and nature of Nosy Boraha

Timezone: UTC+03:00
Timezone places: Asia/Riyadh
Max. Elevation: 87 m
Mean Elevation: 28 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 57%

The mean elevation is 28 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 87 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 Broadleaf Forest
Characterized by dense, lush canopies of broadleaf trees that retain their leaves year-round. These forests are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions and are known for their high biodiversity. Nosy Boraha has a tree cover of 57 %.

Vegetation: 8 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Islands in this range are ecological powerhouses, showcasing a wide array of vegetation zones. Each zone, from lush rainforests to arid scrublands, coastal mangroves to mountainous regions, contributes to a complex and interdependent ecosystem. These islands are often hotspots of biodiversity, supporting numerous species and intricate ecological processes.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Nosy Boraha

Does the island have a public airport? yes.
Nosy Boraha has a public and scheduled airport. The following airports are located on this island: Sainte Marie Airport.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Nosy Boraha. The closest major port is TOAMASINA, approximately 126 km away.

The mean population of Nosy Boraha is 231 per km². Nosy Boraha is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Madagascar.

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

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Madagascar is classified as Least developed region: Countries that exhibit the lowest indicators of socioeconomic development, with the lowest Human Development Index ratings. The level of income is Low income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Nosy Boraha

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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.

Nosy Boraha

Geography and size of Nosy Boraha

Climate and weather of Nosy Boraha

Topography and nature of Nosy Boraha

Infrastructure and Travelling to Nosy Boraha

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Nosy Boraha

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