Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Oceania Plains Tiny Island Tropical

Folly Island

Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Oceania Plains Tiny Island Tropical

Folly Island, Australia

Added on 7 January 2024

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0.393 km²

Coastline: 3.061 km

Landform: Plains

UTC+08:00

Tree Cover: 87%

Herbaceous Cover

Australia

Closest neighboring island: Hidden

Welcome to Folly Island, a Tropical island in the Indian Ocean, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Folly 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 Folly Island

Size: 0.393 km²
Coastline: 3.1 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Indian Ocean
Continent: Oceania

Folly Island is a Tiny Island spanning 0.393 km² with a coastline of 3.1 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Australia – A major tectonic plate covering Australia, New Zealand, and parts of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, known for its relative stability and occasional seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -16.37787691 / Longitude: 123.42564156

Climate and weather of Folly Island

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 Folly Island

Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: 7 m
Mean Elevation: 6 m
Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Tree Coverage: 87%

The mean elevation is 6 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 7 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. Folly Island has a tree cover of 87 %.

Vegetation: 1 vegetation zones – Minimal Diversity Island
These islands exhibit the most basic level of ecological diversity, often characterized by a single dominant vegetation type. This could be due to extreme environmental conditions, limited land area, or significant human impact. They represent unique ecosystems where specific species have adapted to thrive in these singular environments.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Folly Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Folly Island. The nearest airport is Broome International Airport, located 219 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Folly Island. The closest major port is BROOME, approximately 220 km away.

The mean population of Folly Island is per km². Folly Island is . The island belongs to Australia.

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

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Australia is classified as Developed region: nonG7: Developed economies outside of the Group of Seven, characterized by high income and advanced economic structures. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Folly Island

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

Folly Island

Geography and size of Folly Island

Climate and weather of Folly Island

Topography and nature of Folly Island

Infrastructure and Travelling to Folly Island

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Folly Island

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