Asia Densely Populated Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South China Sea Tropical

Ko Racha Noi

Asia Densely Populated Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South China Sea Tropical

Ko Racha Noi, Thailand

Added on 30 December 2023

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2.477 km²

Coastline: 10.100 km

Landform: Plains

3,459 / km²

UTC+07:00

Tree Cover: 83%

Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

Thailand

Closest neighboring island: Phuket

Welcome to Ko Racha Noi, a Tropical island in the Malacca Strait, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Ko Racha Noi 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 Ko Racha Noi

Size: 2.477 km²
Coastline: 10.1 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Malacca Strait
Continent: Asia

Ko Racha Noi is a Small Island spanning 2.5 km² with a coastline of 10.1 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Sunda – Extends across Southeast Asia, encompassing parts of the Sunda Shelf, known for its interaction with the Australian Plate, contributing to volcanic activity in Indonesia.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 7.50481464 / Longitude: 98.32542831

Climate and weather of Ko Racha Noi

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 Ko Racha Noi

Timezone: UTC+07:00
Timezone places: Asia/Jakarta
Max. Elevation: 60 m
Mean Elevation: 46 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 83%

The mean elevation is 46 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 60 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. Ko Racha Noi has a tree cover of 83 %.

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 Ko Racha Noi

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Ko Racha Noi. The nearest airport is Phuket International Airport, located 66 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Ko Racha Noi. The closest major port is PHUKET, approximately 36 km away.

The mean population of Ko Racha Noi is 3460 per km². Ko Racha Noi is Densely Populated. The island belongs to Thailand.

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

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Thailand 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 Ko Racha Noi

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Ko Racha Noi. 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.

Ko Racha Noi

Geography and size of Ko Racha Noi

Climate and weather of Ko Racha Noi

Topography and nature of Ko Racha Noi

Infrastructure and Travelling to Ko Racha Noi

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Ko Racha Noi

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