Catalina

Welcome to Catalina, a Polar island in the South Pacific Ocean, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Catalina 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 Catalina

Size: 1.879 km²
Coastline: 11.6 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South Pacific Ocean
Continent: South America

Catalina is a Small Island spanning 1.9 km² with a coastline of 11.6 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Scotia – Situated in the Southern Ocean, surrounding the Scotia Sea, between South America and Antarctica, known for the Scotia Arc and active seismicity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -54.80878785 / Longitude: -71.23178031

Climate and weather of Catalina

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.

Topography and nature of Catalina

Timezone: UTC-04:00
Timezone places: America/La_Paz
Max. Elevation: 114 m
Mean Elevation: 65 m
Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Tree Coverage: 46%

The mean elevation is 65 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 114 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. Catalina has a tree cover of 46 %.

Vegetation: 5 vegetation zones – Highly Diverse Island
With five different vegetation zones, these islands offer a rich tapestry of ecosystems. The variety could include dense forests, open meadows, wetlands, coastal zones, and more. This level of diversity supports an intricate web of life, with each zone playing a vital role in the overall ecological health and balance of the island.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Catalina

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Catalina. The nearest airport is President Carlos Ibañez del Campo International Airport, located 204 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Catalina. The closest major port is PORT SAN JUAN DE LA JUAN, approximately 135 km away.

The mean population of Catalina is 0 per km². Catalina is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Chile.

Continuing your journey, Stewart is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

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Chile is classified as Emerging region: G20: Group of Twenty – Major economies comprising both developed and emerging countries, representing the world’s largest economies. The level of income is Upper middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Catalina

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