Duke of York Archipelago

1.539 km²
Coastline: 9.221 km
Landform: Plains
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Tree Cover: 30%
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Welcome to Duke of York Archipelago, a Polar island in the The Northwestern Passages, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Duke of York Archipelago unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Duke of York Archipelago

Size: 1.539 km²
Coastline: 9.2 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: The Northwestern Passages
Continent: North America

Duke of York Archipelago is a Small Island spanning 1.5 km² with a coastline of 9.2 km.

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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: 68.14234771 / Longitude: -112.91905819

Climate and weather of Duke of York Archipelago

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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