Kumaru Island

Kumaru Island
0.558 km²
Coastline: 4.292 km
Landform: Plains
29 / km²
UTC-04:00
Tree Cover: 20%
Open Woodland

Welcome to Kumaru Island, a Tropical island in the North Atlantic Ocean, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Kumaru Island unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Kumaru Island

Size: 0.558 km²
Coastline: 4.3 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: North Atlantic Ocean
Continent: South America

Kumaru Island is a Tiny Island spanning 0.558 km² with a coastline of 4.3 km.

Archipel:

Tectonic Plate: South America – A major plate covering the South American continent and part of the Atlantic Ocean, known for the Andes mountain range and significant seismic and volcanic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 6.72338803 / Longitude: -58.58460906

Climate and weather of Kumaru Island

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Rainforest Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: This climate is typified by heavy rainfall throughout the year, high humidity, and consistently high temperatures, leading to lush rainforests and rich biodiversity. Seasonal temperature variations are minimal.

Topography and nature of Kumaru Island

Timezone: UTC-04:00
Timezone places: America/La_Paz
Max. Elevation: 7 m
Mean Elevation: 4 m
Vegetation: Open Woodland
Tree Coverage: 20%

The mean elevation is 4 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 7 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: Open Woodland
Characterized by sparsely distributed trees with open canopy allowing sunlight to penetrate, supporting grasses and shrubs underneath. Often found in drier or transitional environments. Kumaru Island has a tree cover of 20 %.

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 Kumaru Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Kumaru Island. The nearest airport is Cheddi Jagan International Airport, located 44 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Kumaru Island. The closest major port is GEORGETOWN, approximately 48 km away.

The mean population of Kumaru Island is 29 per km². Kumaru Island is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Guyana.

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

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Guyana 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 Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Kumaru Island

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Kumaru Island. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

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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.

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