Dry Gently Populated Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South America South Pacific Ocean

Isla Pan de Azúcar

Dry Gently Populated Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South America South Pacific Ocean

Isla Pan de Azúcar, Chile

Added on 30 December 2023

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1.265 km²

Coastline: 5.144 km

Landform: Plains

1 / km²

UTC-04:00

Tree Cover: 59%

Shrubland

Chile

Closest neighboring island: Pacheco

Welcome to Isla Pan de Azúcar, a Dry island in the South Pacific Ocean, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Isla Pan de Azúcar 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 Isla Pan de Azúcar

Size: 1.265 km²
Coastline: 5.1 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South Pacific Ocean
Continent: South America

Isla Pan de Azúcar is a Small Island spanning 1.3 km² with a coastline of 5.1 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: -30.44311785 / Longitude: -70.0048101

Climate and weather of Isla Pan de Azúcar

Climate Zone: Dry
Climate Details: Cold Desert Climate
Temperature: Cold

Climate Characteristics: Similar in dryness to hot deserts but with cold winters. Days can be warm or hot, while nights are typically chilly with common frost occurrences.

Topography and nature of Isla Pan de Azúcar

Timezone: UTC-04:00
Timezone places: America/La_Paz
Max. Elevation: 4 m
Mean Elevation: -19 m
Vegetation: Shrubland
Tree Coverage: 59%

The mean elevation is -19 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 4 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: Shrubland
Dominated by shrubs and small bushes, these areas are typical in dry, rocky, or sandy environments, as well as in regions with poor soil fertility. Isla Pan de Azúcar has a tree cover of 59 %.

Vegetation: 4 vegetation zones – Diverse Island
Four distinct vegetation zones mark these islands as ecologically diverse. They might feature varied landscapes such as forests, beaches, grasslands, and rocky areas. Such diversity reflects the island’s complex ecological interactions and varied habitats, which can support a rich array of wildlife and plant species.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Isla Pan de Azúcar

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Isla Pan de Azúcar. The nearest airport is Ricardo García Posada Airport, located 103 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Isla Pan de Azúcar. The closest major port is PUERTO CHANARAL, approximately 21 km away.

The mean population of Isla Pan de Azúcar is 2 per km². Isla Pan de Azúcar is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Chile.

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

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Chile is classified as Emerging region: G20: Group of Twenty – Major economies comprising both developed and emerging countries, representing the world’s largest economies. The level of income is Upper middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Isla Pan de Azúcar

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Isla Pan de Azúcar. 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.