Gun Cay

Welcome to Gun Cay, a Tropical island in the North Atlantic Ocean, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Gun Cay 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 Gun Cay

Size: 0.207 km²
Coastline: 3.5 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: North Atlantic Ocean
Continent: North America

Gun Cay is a Tiny Island spanning 0.207 km² with a coastline of 3.5 km.

Archipel: Bahama Islands – An archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, known for their stunning beaches, coral reefs, and vibrant culture.

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: 25.57995332 / Longitude: -79.29886562

Climate and weather of Gun Cay

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 Gun Cay

Timezone: UTC-05:00
Timezone places: America/New_York
Max. Elevation: 1 m
Mean Elevation: -1 m
Vegetation: Open Woodland
Tree Coverage: 70%

The mean elevation is -1 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 1 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. Gun Cay has a tree cover of 70 %.

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 Gun Cay

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Gun Cay. The nearest airport is South Bimini Airport, located 13 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Gun Cay. The closest major port is MIAMI, approximately 100 km away.

The mean population of Gun Cay is 68 per km². Gun Cay is Gently Populated. The island belongs to The Bahamas.

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

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The Bahamas 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 High income: nonOECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Gun Cay

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