Niverfik

Niverfik
1.038 km²
Coastline: 4.747 km
Landform: Plains
UTC-03:00
Tree Cover: 36%
Herbaceous Cover

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

Geography and size of Niverfik

Size: 1.038 km²
Coastline: 4.7 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: Labrador Sea
Continent: North America

Niverfik is a Small Island spanning 1 km² with a coastline of 4.7 km.

Archipel:

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: 59.98292555 / Longitude: -45.24190715

Climate and weather of Niverfik

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.

Topography and nature of Niverfik

Timezone: UTC-03:00
Timezone places: America/Sao_Paulo
Max. Elevation: 69 m
Mean Elevation: 62 m
Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Tree Coverage: 36%

The mean elevation is 62 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 69 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: Herbaceous Cover
Comprising mainly of grasses, herbs, and ferns, these areas are common in prairies, meadows, and savannas, and can vary widely in species composition. Niverfik has a tree cover of 36 %.

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 Niverfik

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Niverfik. The nearest airport is Tasiusaq Heliport, located 52 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Niverfik. The closest major port is NANORTALIK HAVN, approximately 15 km away.

The mean population of Niverfik is 0 per km². Niverfik is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Denmark.

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

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Denmark 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 Niverfik

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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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