Atlantic Ocean Continental North America North Atlantic Ocean Plains Small Island Untouched Wilderness

Farmers Island

Atlantic Ocean Continental North America North Atlantic Ocean Plains Small Island Untouched Wilderness

Farmers Island, Canada

Added on 30 December 2023

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6.430 km²

Coastline: 15.466 km

Landform: Plains

UTC-03:30

Tree Cover: 91%

Mixed Forest

Canada

Closest neighboring island: New World

Welcome to Farmers Island, a Continental island in the Labrador Sea, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Farmers Island 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 Farmers Island

Size: 6.43 km²
Coastline: 15.5 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: Labrador Sea
Continent: North America

Farmers Island is a Small Island spanning 6.4 km² with a coastline of 15.5 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: 49.46287196 / Longitude: -54.83405468

Climate and weather of Farmers Island

Climate Zone: Continental
Climate Details: Subarctic Climate
Temperature: Cold Summer

Climate Characteristics: Characterized by long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers, often found in northern latitudes of North America and Eurasia.

Topography and nature of Farmers Island

Timezone: UTC-03:30
Timezone places: America/St_Johns
Max. Elevation: 40 m
Mean Elevation: 20 m
Vegetation: Mixed Forest
Tree Coverage: 91%

The mean elevation is 20 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 40 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: Mixed Forest
A combination of both deciduous and evergreen trees, often found in transitional zones between forest types. These forests offer a diverse habitat for various wildlife species. Farmers Island has a tree cover of 91 %.

Vegetation: 6 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Islands in this range are ecological powerhouses, showcasing a wide array of vegetation zones. Each zone, from lush rainforests to arid scrublands, coastal mangroves to mountainous regions, contributes to a complex and interdependent ecosystem. These islands are often hotspots of biodiversity, supporting numerous species and intricate ecological processes.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Farmers Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Farmers Island. The nearest airport is Gander International Airport / CFB Gander, located 64 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Farmers Island. The closest major port is CLARENVILLE, approximately 174 km away.

The mean population of Farmers Island is 0 per km². Farmers Island is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Canada.

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

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Canada is classified as Developed region: G7: Group of Seven – Major advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Farmers Island

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

Farmers Island

Geography and size of Farmers Island

Climate and weather of Farmers Island

Topography and nature of Farmers Island

Infrastructure and Travelling to Farmers Island

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Farmers Island

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