Monroe

Monroe
2.363 km²
Coastline: 11.071 km
Landform: Mountains
1,145 / km²
UTC-03:00
Tree Cover: 33%
Snow and Ice Covered

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

Geography and size of Monroe

Size: 2.363 km²
Coastline: 11.1 km
Ocean: Southern Ocean
Sea: Southern Ocean
Continent: Seven seas (open ocean)

Monroe is a Small Island spanning 2.4 km² with a coastline of 11.1 km.

Archipel: South Orkney Islands – A group of islands in the Southern Ocean, near Antarctica, known for their stark, icy landscapes and research stations.

Tectonic Plate: Scotia – Situated in the Southern Ocean, surrounding the Scotia Sea, between South America and Antarctica, known for the Scotia Arc and active seismicity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -60.59717647 / Longitude: -46.04988332

Climate and weather of Monroe

Climate Zone: Polar
Climate Details: Tundra
Temperature: Cold

Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.

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