Mefunvo

Mefunvo
8.742 km²
Coastline: 12.758 km
Landform: Plains
25 / km²
UTC+02:00
Tree Cover: 85%
Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

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

Geography and size of Mefunvo

Size: 8.742 km²
Coastline: 12.8 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Mozambique Channel
Continent: Africa

Mefunvo is a Small Island spanning 8.7 km² with a coastline of 12.8 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: -12.54872201 / Longitude: 40.59601663

Climate and weather of Mefunvo

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 Mefunvo

Timezone: UTC+02:00
Timezone places: Africa/Johannesburg
Max. Elevation: 17 m
Mean Elevation: 12 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 85%

The mean elevation is 12 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 17 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. Mefunvo has a tree cover of 85 %.

Vegetation: 4 vegetation zones – Diverse Island
Four distinct vegetation zones mark these islands as ecologically diverse. They might feature varied landscapes such as forests, beaches, grasslands, and rocky areas. Such diversity reflects the island’s complex ecological interactions and varied habitats, which can support a rich array of wildlife and plant species.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Mefunvo

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Mefunvo. The nearest airport is Pemba Airport, located 48 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Mefunvo. The closest major port is IBO, approximately 22 km away.

The mean population of Mefunvo is 25 per km². Mefunvo is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Comoros.

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

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Comoros 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 Mefunvo

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