Akulleq
Welcome to Akulleq, a Dry island in the Baffin Bay, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Akulleq 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 Akulleq
Size: 3.138 km²
Coastline: 10.2 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Baffin Bay
Continent: North America
Akulleq is a Small Island spanning 3.1 km² with a coastline of 10.2 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: 70.64904105 / Longitude: -51.37796842
Climate and weather of Akulleq
Climate Zone: Dry
Climate Details: Cold Semi-Arid (Steppe) Climate
Temperature: Cold
Climate Characteristics: Characterized by hot summers and cold winters, this climate is typically found on the edges of continental zones. It receives sufficient precipitation to avoid desert conditions.
Topography and nature of Akulleq
Timezone: UTC-03:00
Timezone places: America/Sao_Paulo
Max. Elevation: 159 m
Mean Elevation: 85 m
Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Tree Coverage: 51%
The mean elevation is 85 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 159 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: Herbaceous Cover
Comprising mainly of grasses, herbs, and ferns, these areas are common in prairies, meadows, and savannas, and can vary widely in species composition. Akulleq has a tree cover of 51 %.
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 Akulleq
Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Akulleq. The nearest airport is Ikerasak Heliport, located 17 km away.
Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Akulleq. The closest major port is ILLULISSAT (JAKOBSHAVN), approximately 161 km away.
The mean population of Akulleq is 0 per km². Akulleq is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Greenland.
Continuing your journey, Talerua is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
Selstad - Akvakultur
Greenland is classified as Developed region: nonG7: Developed economies outside of the Group of Seven, characterized by high income and advanced economic structures. The level of income is High income: OECD.
News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Akulleq
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Akulleq. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.
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.