Atilissuaq

Atilissuaq
20.393 km²
Coastline: 47.194 km
Landform: Hills
UTC-03:00
Tree Cover: 37%
Sparse Vegetation

Welcome to Atilissuaq, a Polar island in the Baffin Bay, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Atilissuaq unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Atilissuaq

Size: 20.4 km²
Coastline: 47.2 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Baffin Bay
Continent: North America

Atilissuaq is a Medium Island spanning 20 km² with a coastline of 47 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: 72.79891535 / Longitude: -55.88187628

Climate and weather of Atilissuaq

Climate Zone: Polar
Climate Details: Tundra
Temperature: Cold

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.

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