Marchinbar

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

Size: 212.6 km²
Coastline: 210.2 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Arafura Sea
Continent: Oceania

Marchinbar is a Large Island spanning 213 km² with a coastline of 210 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: -11.27154853 / Longitude: 136.62338803

Climate and weather of Marchinbar

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Savanna, Wet
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Defined by distinct wet and dry seasons with high temperatures year-round. Pronounced rainfall occurs during the wet season, while the dry season is marked by drought.

Topography and nature of Marchinbar

Timezone: UTC+09:30
Timezone places: Australia/Adelaide
Max. Elevation: 67 m
Mean Elevation: 28 m
Vegetation: Open Woodland
Tree Coverage: 39%

The mean elevation is 28 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 67 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. Marchinbar has a tree cover of 39 %.

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 Marchinbar

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Marchinbar. The nearest airport is Gove Airport, located 97 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Marchinbar. The closest major port is GOVE, approximately 85 km away.

The mean population of Marchinbar is 0 per km². Marchinbar is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Australia.

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

Lagoon Bay, Marchinbar Island, Wessel Island group.

Marchinbar Island is the largest in the Wessel group and in 1944, Australian soldier Maurie Isenberg was assigned to a forward ...

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Lagoon Bay, Marchinbar Island, Wessel Island group.

Marchinbar Island is the largest in the Wessel group and in 1944, ...

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Marchinbar Island in the Wessels group.

Marchinbar Island in the Wessels group.

Marchinbar Island in the Wessels group.

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Hopeful Bay, Wessel Marchinbar Island 12.10.23

Discovering the start of Wessel Marchinbar Island, heading to the top.

Discovering the start of Wessel Marchinbar Island, heading to the top.

Australia is classified as Developed region: nonG7: Developed economies outside of the Group of Seven, characterized by high income and advanced economic structures. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Marchinbar

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