Welcome to Althorpe Island , a Temperate island in the Great Australian Bight, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Althorpe Island unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Geography and size of Althorpe Island
Size: 0.91 km²Coastline: 6.6 kmOcean: Indian OceanSea: Great Australian BightContinent: Oceania
Althorpe Island is a Tiny Island spanning 0.91 km² with a coastline of 6.6 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:
Climate and weather of Althorpe Island
Climate Zone: TemperateClimate Details: Warm-Summer Mediterranean ClimateTemperature: Warm Summer
Climate Characteristics: Characterized by warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters, typical of coastal areas with abundant sunshine Rain is more common in the winter months, maintaining a moderate climate.
Topography and nature of Althorpe Island
Timezone: UTC+09:30Timezone places: Australia/AdelaideMax. Elevation: 46 mMean Elevation: 29 mVegetation: Open WoodlandTree Coverage: 39%
The mean elevation is 29 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 46 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: Open Woodland
Vegetation: 1 vegetation zones – Minimal Diversity Island
Infrastructure and Travelling to Althorpe Island
Does the island have a public airport? no .
Does the island have a major port? no .
The mean population of Althorpe Island is 0 per km². Althorpe Island is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Australia .
Continuing your journey, Kangaroo is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
Althorpe Island, Southern Yorke Peninsula
This scuba diving video was taken Easter 2016 when Adelaide University Scuba Club visited the location.
Althorpe Island, Southern Yorke Peninsula
This scuba diving video was taken Easter 2016 when Adelaide University ...
This scuba diving video was taken Easter 2016 when Adelaide University Scuba Club visited the location.
Althorpe Islands Top #5 Facts
Drone Footage at Althorpe Island, South Australia
Drone footage from the anchorage at Althorpe Island, South Australia. ...
Drone footage from the anchorage at Althorpe Island, South Australia. Drone: DJI Spark. Song: 'Paradise' by Coldplay.
Australia 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 Althorpe Island
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Althorpe Island. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.
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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.
