Asia Dry Gently Populated Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Plains Small Island

Jazirat Mahawt

Asia Dry Gently Populated Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Plains Small Island

Jazirat Mahawt, Oman

Added on 30 December 2023

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3.239 km²

Coastline: 8.530 km

Landform: Plains

2 / km²

UTC+04:00

Tree Cover: 1%

Sparse Vegetation

Oman

Closest neighboring island: Masirah

Welcome to Jazirat Mahawt, a Dry island in the Arabian Sea, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Jazirat Mahawt 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 Jazirat Mahawt

Size: 3.239 km²
Coastline: 8.5 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Arabian Sea
Continent: Asia

Jazirat Mahawt is a Small Island spanning 3.2 km² with a coastline of 8.5 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: India – A major tectonic plate that initially moved northward at a rapid pace before colliding with the Eurasian Plate. This collision is responsible for the uplift of the Himalayas and the Tibetan Plateau.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 20.57311131 / Longitude: 58.16947327

Climate and weather of Jazirat Mahawt

Climate Zone: Dry
Climate Details: Hot Deserts Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Dominated by extremely hot temperatures, this climate is marked by minimal rainfall and barren landscapes. Nights often experience drastic temperature drops.

Topography and nature of Jazirat Mahawt

Timezone: UTC+04:00
Timezone places: Asia/Dubai
Max. Elevation: 2 m
Mean Elevation: -11 m
Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
Tree Coverage: 1%

The mean elevation is -11 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 2 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: Sparse Vegetation
These regions have limited plant growth, typically due to extreme conditions like aridity or poor soils. Vegetation is scattered and consists of hardy plant species. Jazirat Mahawt has a tree cover of 1 %.

Vegetation: 3 vegetation zones – Moderately Diverse Island
These islands start to show a broader range of ecological niches. With three vegetation zones, they may offer a mix of ecosystems like coastal areas, inland woods, and perhaps a distinct wetland or dry area. This diversity supports a wider range of flora and fauna, making these islands more ecologically complex than those with minimal diversity.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Jazirat Mahawt

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Jazirat Mahawt. The nearest airport is Duqm International Airport, located 132 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Jazirat Mahawt. The closest major port is QALHAT LNG TERMINAL, approximately 270 km away.

The mean population of Jazirat Mahawt is 2 per km². Jazirat Mahawt is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Oman.

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

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الثقافية.

Oman is classified as Developing region: Regions characterized by lower income levels, with economies in the process of industrialization and modernization. The level of income is High income: nonOECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Jazirat Mahawt

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Jazirat Mahawt. 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.