Boat Island

Boat Island
0.959 km²
Coastline: 10.159 km
Landform: Plains
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Tree Cover: 76%
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Welcome to Boat Island, a Polar island in the Beaufort Sea, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Boat Island unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Boat Island

Size: 0.959 km²
Coastline: 10.2 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Beaufort Sea
Continent: North America

Boat Island is a Tiny Island spanning 0.959 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: 69.66967062 / Longitude: -128.93375366

Climate and weather of Boat Island

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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