Africa Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Medium Island Moderately Inhabited Plains Tropical

Kisiwa Panza

Africa Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Medium Island Moderately Inhabited Plains Tropical

Kisiwa Panza, United Republic of Tanzania

Added on 6 January 2024

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20.788 km²

Coastline: 44.650 km

Landform: Plains

116 / km²

UTC+03:00

Tree Cover: 64%

Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

United Republic of Tanzania

Closest neighboring island: Pemba

Welcome to Kisiwa Panza, a Tropical island in the Indian Ocean, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Kisiwa Panza 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 Kisiwa Panza

Size: 20.8 km²
Coastline: 44.6 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Indian Ocean
Continent: Africa

Kisiwa Panza is a Medium Island spanning 21 km² with a coastline of 45 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Somalia – A large tectonic plate covering the Horn of Africa and parts of the Indian Ocean, known for the East African Rift where it’s splitting away from the African Plate.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -5.44717016 / Longitude: 39.61900126

Climate and weather of Kisiwa Panza

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Monsoon Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Characterized by heavy rainfall, high humidity, and uniformly high temperatures, but with a distinct short dry season. It features a seasonal reversal of prevailing wind directions.

Topography and nature of Kisiwa Panza

Timezone: UTC+03:00
Timezone places: Asia/Riyadh
Max. Elevation: 8 m
Mean Elevation: 5 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 64%

The mean elevation is 5 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 8 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: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Characterized by dense, lush canopies of broadleaf trees that retain their leaves year-round. These forests are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions and are known for their high biodiversity. Kisiwa Panza has a tree cover of 64 %.

Vegetation: 9 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Islands in this range are ecological powerhouses, showcasing a wide array of vegetation zones. Each zone, from lush rainforests to arid scrublands, coastal mangroves to mountainous regions, contributes to a complex and interdependent ecosystem. These islands are often hotspots of biodiversity, supporting numerous species and intricate ecological processes.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Kisiwa Panza

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Kisiwa Panza. The nearest airport is Tanga Airport, located 66 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Kisiwa Panza. The closest major port is CHAKE CHAKE, approximately 26 km away.

The mean population of Kisiwa Panza is 117 per km². Kisiwa Panza is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to United Republic of Tanzania.

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

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United Republic of Tanzania is classified as Least developed region: Countries that exhibit the lowest indicators of socioeconomic development, with the lowest Human Development Index ratings. The level of income is Low income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Kisiwa Panza

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Kisiwa Panza. 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.

Kisiwa Panza

Geography and size of Kisiwa Panza

Climate and weather of Kisiwa Panza

Topography and nature of Kisiwa Panza

Infrastructure and Travelling to Kisiwa Panza

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Kisiwa Panza

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