Gently Populated Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Oceania Plains Tiny Island Tropical

Greenwood Island

Gently Populated Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Oceania Plains Tiny Island Tropical

Greenwood Island, Australia

Added on 7 January 2024

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0.997 km²

Coastline: 4.728 km

Landform: Plains

3 / km²

UTC+09:30

Tree Cover: 38%

Mangrove Forest

Australia

Closest neighboring island: Indian

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

Size: 0.997 km²
Coastline: 4.7 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Timor Sea
Continent: Oceania

Greenwood Island is a Tiny Island spanning 0.997 km² with a coastline of 4.7 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: -12.62647705 / Longitude: 130.94882101

Climate and weather of Greenwood 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 Greenwood Island

Timezone: UTC+09:30
Timezone places: Australia/Adelaide
Max. Elevation: 4 m
Mean Elevation: 3 m
Vegetation: Mangrove Forest
Tree Coverage: 38%

The mean elevation is 3 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 4 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: Mangrove Forest
Found in coastal areas and river deltas, these unique wetland ecosystems are adapted to saline conditions and are crucial for coastal protection and biodiversity. Greenwood Island has a tree cover of 38 %.

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 Greenwood Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Greenwood Island. The nearest airport is Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin, located 24 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Greenwood Island. The closest major port is DARWIN, approximately 20 km away.

The mean population of Greenwood Island is 3 per km². Greenwood Island is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Australia.

Continuing your journey, Indian 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 Greenwood Island

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

Greenwood Island

Geography and size of Greenwood Island

Climate and weather of Greenwood Island

Topography and nature of Greenwood Island

Infrastructure and Travelling to Greenwood Island

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Greenwood Island

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