Janus

Janus
9.538 km²
Coastline: 14.723 km
Landform: Plateau
UTC-01:00
Tree Cover: 77%
Sparse Vegetation

Welcome to Janus, a Polar island in the Greenland Sea, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Janus unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Janus

Size: 9.538 km²
Coastline: 14.7 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Greenland Sea
Continent: North America

Janus is a Small Island spanning 9.5 km² with a coastline of 14.7 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: 70.87152181 / Longitude: -21.66391116

Climate and weather of Janus

Climate Zone: Polar
Climate Details: Tundra
Temperature: Cold

Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.

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