Welcome to Aaluit, a Polar island in the North Atlantic Ocean, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Aaluit unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Size: 2.628 km² Coastline: 10.1 km Ocean: Atlantic Ocean Sea: North Atlantic Ocean Continent: North America
Aaluit is a Small Island spanning 2.6 km² with a coastline of 10.1 km.
Archipel: –
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: 65.01736796 / Longitude: -39.99724386
Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.
