Africa Dry Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Plains Small Island

Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

Africa Dry Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Plains Small Island

Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt, Saudi Arabia

Added on 30 December 2023

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1.910 km²

Coastline: 8.737 km

Landform: Plains

UTC+02:00

Tree Cover: 51%

Sparse Vegetation

Saudi Arabia

Closest neighboring island: Jazīrat Ţawīlah

Welcome to Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt, a Dry island in the Gulf of Suez, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt 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 Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

Size: 1.91 km²
Coastline: 8.7 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Gulf of Suez
Continent: Africa

Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt is a Small Island spanning 1.9 km² with a coastline of 8.7 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Arabia – A major tectonic plate covering the Arabian Peninsula and parts of the Middle East. The plate is primarily continental and known for its collision with the Eurasian Plate, leading to the uplift of the Zagros Mountains.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 27.66982392 / Longitude: 33.62991682

Climate and weather of Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

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 Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

Timezone: UTC+02:00
Timezone places: Europe/Mariehamn
Max. Elevation: 0 m
Mean Elevation: -1 m
Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
Tree Coverage: 51%

The mean elevation is -1 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 0 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. Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt has a tree cover of 51 %.

Vegetation: 1 vegetation zones – Minimal Diversity Island
These islands exhibit the most basic level of ecological diversity, often characterized by a single dominant vegetation type. This could be due to extreme environmental conditions, limited land area, or significant human impact. They represent unique ecosystems where specific species have adapted to thrive in these singular environments.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt. The nearest airport is Hurghada International Airport, located 56 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt. The closest major port is ZEIT BAY LPG TERMINAL, approximately 15 km away.

The mean population of Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt is per km². Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt is . The island belongs to Saudi Arabia.

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

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Saudi Arabia 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 Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt. 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.

Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

Geography and size of Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

Climate and weather of Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

Topography and nature of Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

Infrastructure and Travelling to Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Jazīrat Umm al Haymāt

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