Atlantic Ocean Plains Small Island South America South Atlantic Ocean Temperate

Islote El Maton

Atlantic Ocean Plains Small Island South America South Atlantic Ocean Temperate

Islote El Maton, Argentina

Added on 30 December 2023

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1.671 km²

Coastline: 6.066 km

Landform: Plains

UTC-03:00

Tree Cover: 28%

Wetland

Argentina

Closest neighboring island: Oyarvide

Welcome to Islote El Maton, a Temperate island in the Rio de La Plata, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Islote El Maton 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 Islote El Maton

Size: 1.671 km²
Coastline: 6.1 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: Rio de La Plata
Continent: South America

Islote El Maton is a Small Island spanning 1.7 km² with a coastline of 6.1 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: -34.05499933 / Longitude: -58.31471323

Climate and weather of Islote El Maton

Climate Zone: Temperate
Climate Details: Humid Subtropical Climate
Temperature: Hot Summer

Climate Characteristics: With continuous rainfall and hot summers, this climate is common in some coastal regions, supporting diverse vegetation.

Topography and nature of Islote El Maton

Timezone: UTC-03:00
Timezone places: America/Sao_Paulo
Max. Elevation: 1 m
Mean Elevation: 0 m
Vegetation: Wetland
Tree Coverage: 28%

The mean elevation is 0 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 1 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. Islote El Maton has a tree cover of 28 %.

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 Islote El Maton

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Islote El Maton. The nearest airport is Jorge Newbery Airpark, located 56 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Islote El Maton. The closest major port is NUEVA PALMIRA, approximately 21 km away.

The mean population of Islote El Maton is per km². Islote El Maton is . The island belongs to Argentina.

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

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Argentina 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 Islote El Maton

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Islote El Maton. 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.