Île Galibert
Welcome to Île Galibert, a Tropical island in the North Atlantic Ocean, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Île Galibert 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 Galibert
Size: 2.611 km²
Coastline: 6.4 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: North Atlantic Ocean
Continent: Africa
Île Galibert is a Small Island spanning 2.6 km² with a coastline of 6.4 km.
Archipel: –
Tectonic Plate: Africa – One of the world’s largest tectonic plates, covering the African continent and parts of the surrounding oceans, known for its stability with some active rift zones.
The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 10.95197754 / Longitude: -14.90282793
Climate and weather of Île Galibert
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 Galibert
Timezone: UTC±00:00
Timezone places: Europe/Lisbon
Max. Elevation: 7 m
Mean Elevation: 4 m
Vegetation: Wetland
Tree Coverage: 48%
The mean elevation is 4 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 7 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 Galibert has a tree cover of 48 %.
Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.
Infrastructure and Travelling to Île Galibert
Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Île Galibert. The nearest airport is Osvaldo Vieira International Airport, located 133 km away.
Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Île Galibert. The closest major port is VICTORIA, approximately 39 km away.
The mean population of Île Galibert is 23 per km². Île Galibert is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Guinea.
Continuing your journey, Foré Souri is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
ISLANDE reportage Patrick Galibert
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 Galibert
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Île Galibert. 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.