Africa Atlantic Ocean Medium Island Moderately Inhabited North Atlantic Ocean Plains Tropical

Île Bokhinéné

Africa Atlantic Ocean Medium Island Moderately Inhabited North Atlantic Ocean Plains Tropical

Île Bokhinéné, Guinea

Added on 6 January 2024

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10.248 km²

Coastline: 21.052 km

Landform: Plains

103 / km²

UTC±00:00

Tree Cover: 48%

Wetland

Guinea

Closest neighboring island: Île Khonibombé

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

Size: 10.2 km²
Coastline: 21.1 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: North Atlantic Ocean
Continent: Africa

Île Bokhinéné is a Medium Island spanning 10 km² with a coastline of 21 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: South America – A major plate covering the South American continent and part of the Atlantic Ocean, known for the Andes mountain range and significant seismic and volcanic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 9.83508327 / Longitude: -13.75798836

Climate and weather of Île Bokhinéné

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 Île Bokhinéné

Timezone: UTC±00:00
Timezone places: Europe/Lisbon
Max. Elevation: 8 m
Mean Elevation: 4 m
Vegetation: Wetland
Tree Coverage: 48%

The mean elevation is 4 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 8 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: Wetland
These areas are saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, and support aquatic plants. Wetlands are important for biodiversity and water filtration. Île Bokhinéné has a tree cover of 48 %.

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 Île Bokhinéné

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Île Bokhinéné. The nearest airport is Conakry International Airport, located 31 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Île Bokhinéné. The closest major port is CONAKRY, approximately 33 km away.

The mean population of Île Bokhinéné is 104 per km². Île Bokhinéné is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Guinea.

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

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Guinea is classified as Least developed region: Countries that exhibit the lowest indicators of socioeconomic development, with the lowest Human Development Index ratings. The level of income is Low income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Île Bokhinéné

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

Île Bokhinéné

Geography and size of Île Bokhinéné

Climate and weather of Île Bokhinéné

Topography and nature of Île Bokhinéné

Infrastructure and Travelling to Île Bokhinéné

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Île Bokhinéné

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