Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Continental North America Plains Small Island Untouched Wilderness

Île Tent

Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Continental North America Plains Small Island Untouched Wilderness

Île Tent, Canada

Added on 30 December 2023

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5.359 km²

Coastline: 13.311 km

Landform: Plains

UTC-05:00

Tree Cover: 70%

Open Woodland

Canada

Closest neighboring island: Jacob Island

Welcome to Île Tent, a Continental island in the Hudson Bay, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Île Tent 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 Tent

Size: 5.359 km²
Coastline: 13.3 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Hudson Bay
Continent: North America

Île Tent is a Small Island spanning 5.4 km² with a coastline of 13.3 km.

Archipel: –

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: 51.8148486 / Longitude: -79.11697201

Climate and weather of Île Tent

Climate Zone: Continental
Climate Details: Subarctic Climate
Temperature: Cold Summer

Climate Characteristics: Characterized by long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers, often found in northern latitudes of North America and Eurasia.

Topography and nature of Île Tent

Timezone: UTC-05:00
Timezone places: America/New_York
Max. Elevation: 6 m
Mean Elevation: -4 m
Vegetation: Open Woodland
Tree Coverage: 70%

The mean elevation is -4 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 6 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. Île Tent has a tree cover of 70 %.

Vegetation: 5 vegetation zones – Highly Diverse Island
With five different vegetation zones, these islands offer a rich tapestry of ecosystems. The variety could include dense forests, open meadows, wetlands, coastal zones, and more. This level of diversity supports an intricate web of life, with each zone playing a vital role in the overall ecological health and balance of the island.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Île Tent

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Île Tent. The nearest airport is Waskaganish Airport, located 53 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Île Tent. The closest major port is KEY HARBOUR, approximately 682 km away.

The mean population of Île Tent is 0 per km². Île Tent is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Canada.

Continuing your journey, Jacob Island is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

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Canada is classified as Developed region: G7: Group of Seven – Major advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Île Tent

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

Geography and size of Île Tent

Climate and weather of Île Tent

Topography and nature of Île Tent

Infrastructure and Travelling to Île Tent

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Île Tent

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