Atlantic Ocean Gently Populated Medium Island North America North Atlantic Ocean Plains Tropical

Moore’s Island

Atlantic Ocean Gently Populated Medium Island North America North Atlantic Ocean Plains Tropical

Moore’s Island, The Bahamas

Added on 6 January 2024

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16.766 km²

Coastline: 29.510 km

Landform: Plains

16 / km²

UTC-05:00

Tree Cover: 60%

Open Woodland

The Bahamas

Closest neighboring island: Great Abaco

Welcome to Moore’s Island, a Tropical island in the North Atlantic Ocean, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Moore’s Island 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 Moore’s Island

Size: 16.8 km²
Coastline: 29.5 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: North Atlantic Ocean
Continent: North America

Moore’s Island is a Medium Island spanning 17 km² with a coastline of 30 km.

Archipel: Bahama Islands – An archipelago in the Atlantic Ocean, known for their stunning beaches, coral reefs, and vibrant culture.

Tectonic Plate: North America – Covers North America and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, characterized by diverse geological features and varying levels of seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 26.3020648 / Longitude: -77.55846148

Climate and weather of Moore’s Island

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 Moore’s Island

Timezone: UTC-05:00
Timezone places: America/New_York
Max. Elevation: 8 m
Mean Elevation: -1 m
Vegetation: Open Woodland
Tree Coverage: 60%

The mean elevation is -1 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 8 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. Moore’s Island has a tree cover of 60 %.

Vegetation: 11 vegetation zones – Exceptionally Diverse Island
Islands with more than ten vegetation zones are among the most ecologically rich and varied in the world. These islands are akin to miniature continents, boasting an incredible array of ecosystems. The sheer range of habitats, from high peaks to deep valleys, rainforests to deserts, creates a mosaic of life that is unparalleled. They are crucial for conservation and ecological studies.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Moore’s Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Moore’s Island. The nearest airport is Treasure Cay Airport, located 50 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Moore’s Island. The closest major port is SOUTH RIDING POINT, approximately 77 km away.

The mean population of Moore’s Island is 16 per km². Moore’s Island is Gently Populated. The island belongs to The Bahamas.

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

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The Bahamas 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 High income: nonOECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Moore’s Island

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Moore’s Island. 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.