Densely Populated Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Plains Seven seas (open ocean) Small Island Tropical

Fuvahmulah

Densely Populated Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Plains Seven seas (open ocean) Small Island Tropical

Fuvahmulah, Maldives

Added on 30 December 2023

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6.070 km²

Coastline: 12.052 km

Landform: Plains

1,526 / km²

UTC+05:00

Tree Cover: 38%

Open Woodland

Maldives

Closest neighboring island: Vypīn Island

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

Size: 6.07 km²
Coastline: 12.1 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Laccadive Sea
Continent: Seven seas (open ocean)

Fuvahmulah is a Small Island spanning 6.1 km² with a coastline of 12.1 km.

Archipel: Maldive Islands – A tropical paradise in the Indian Ocean, known for their stunning coral reefs, diverse marine life, and luxury resorts.

Tectonic Plate: Molucca Sea – A small tectonic plate in the Molucca Sea in Indonesia, characterized by complex interactions with the surrounding Pacific, Eurasian, and Australian plates. Known for seismic activity and the formation of volcanic arcs.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -0.29609048 / Longitude: 73.42474763

Climate and weather of Fuvahmulah

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Monsoon Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Characterized by heavy rainfall, high humidity, and uniformly high temperatures, but with a distinct short dry season. It features a seasonal reversal of prevailing wind directions.

Topography and nature of Fuvahmulah

Timezone: UTC+05:00
Timezone places: Asia/Karachi
Max. Elevation: 5 m
Mean Elevation: -2 m
Vegetation: Open Woodland
Tree Coverage: 38%

The mean elevation is -2 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 5 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: Open Woodland
Characterized by sparsely distributed trees with open canopy allowing sunlight to penetrate, supporting grasses and shrubs underneath. Often found in drier or transitional environments. Fuvahmulah has a tree cover of 38 %.

Vegetation: 8 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 Fuvahmulah

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Fuvahmulah. The nearest airport is Gan International Airport, located 52 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Fuvahmulah. The closest major port is MALE, approximately 494 km away.

The mean population of Fuvahmulah is 1527 per km². Fuvahmulah is Densely Populated. The island belongs to Maldives.

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

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Maldives is classified as Developing region: Regions characterized by lower income levels, with economies in the process of industrialization and modernization. The level of income is Upper middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Fuvahmulah

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

Fuvahmulah

Geography and size of Fuvahmulah

Climate and weather of Fuvahmulah

Topography and nature of Fuvahmulah

Infrastructure and Travelling to Fuvahmulah

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Fuvahmulah

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