Welcome to Inhaca , a Tropical island in the Mozambique Channel, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Inhaca unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Geography and size of Inhaca
Size: 47.8 km²Coastline: 51.7 kmOcean: Indian OceanSea: Mozambique ChannelContinent: Africa
Inhaca is a Medium Island spanning 48 km² with a coastline of 52 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:
Climate and weather of Inhaca
Climate Zone: TropicalClimate Details: Tropical Savanna, WetTemperature: 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 Inhaca
Timezone: UTC+02:00Timezone places: Africa/JohannesburgMax. Elevation: 61 m Mean Elevation: 20 mVegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf ForestTree Coverage: 43%
The mean elevation is 20 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 61 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: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Vegetation: 11 vegetation zones – Exceptionally Diverse Island
Infrastructure and Travelling to Inhaca
Does the island have a public airport? no .
Does the island have a major port? no .
The mean population of Inhaca is 128 per km². Inhaca is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Mozambique .
Continuing your journey, Bengalena is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
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Mozambique 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 Inhaca
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Inhaca. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.
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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.
