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Carache

Carache, Guinea-Bissau

Added on 30 December 2023

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1.891 km²

Coastline: 8.419 km

Landform: Plains

8 / km²

UTC±00:00

Tree Cover: 60%

Mangrove Forest

Guinea-Bissau

Closest neighboring island: Ilha de Carache

Welcome to Carache, a Tropical island in the North Atlantic Ocean, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Carache 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 Carache

Size: 1.891 km²
Coastline: 8.4 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: North Atlantic Ocean
Continent: Africa

Carache is a Small Island spanning 1.9 km² with a coastline of 8.4 km.

Archipel: Bijagós Islands – Located off the coast of Guinea-Bissau in West Africa, these islands are known for their unique biodiversity and traditional African culture.

Tectonic Plate: Africa – One of the world’s largest tectonic plates, covering the African continent and parts of the surrounding oceans, known for its stability with some active rift zones.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 11.41943923 / Longitude: -16.30755561

Climate and weather of Carache

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Savanna, Wet
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Defined by distinct wet and dry seasons with high temperatures year-round. Pronounced rainfall occurs during the wet season, while the dry season is marked by drought.

Topography and nature of Carache

Timezone: UTC±00:00
Timezone places: Europe/Lisbon
Max. Elevation: 4 m
Mean Elevation: 2 m
Vegetation: Mangrove Forest
Tree Coverage: 60%

The mean elevation is 2 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 4 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: Mangrove Forest
Found in coastal areas and river deltas, these unique wetland ecosystems are adapted to saline conditions and are crucial for coastal protection and biodiversity. Carache has a tree cover of 60 %.

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 Carache

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Carache. The nearest airport is Osvaldo Vieira International Airport, located 89 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Carache. The closest major port is BISSAU, approximately 89 km away.

The mean population of Carache is 9 per km². Carache is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Guinea-Bissau.

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News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Carache

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Carache. 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.

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