Grafton

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

Size: 1.992 km²
Coastline: 10.6 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South Pacific Ocean
Continent: South America

Grafton is a Small Island spanning 2 km² with a coastline of 10.6 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: -54.16503158 / Longitude: -73.05255869

Climate and weather of Grafton

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.