Oceania Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South Pacific Ocean Temperate Untouched Wilderness

North West Island

Oceania Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South Pacific Ocean Temperate Untouched Wilderness

North West Island, Australia

Added on 30 December 2023

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1.116 km²

Coastline: 4.645 km

Landform: Plains

0 / km²

UTC+10:00

Tree Cover: 56%

Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

Australia

Closest neighboring island: Facing

Welcome to North West Island, a Temperate island in the Coral Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes North West 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 North West Island

Size: 1.116 km²
Coastline: 4.6 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Coral Sea
Continent: Oceania

North West Island is a Small Island spanning 1.1 km² with a coastline of 4.6 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: -23.29610178 / Longitude: 151.70804697

Climate and weather of North West Island

Climate Zone: Temperate
Climate Details: Humid Subtropical Climate
Temperature: Hot Summer

Climate Characteristics: With continuous rainfall and hot summers, this climate is common in some coastal regions, supporting diverse vegetation.

Topography and nature of North West Island

Timezone: UTC+10:00
Timezone places: Australia/Sydney
Max. Elevation: 9 m
Mean Elevation: 8 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 56%

The mean elevation is 8 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 9 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. North West Island has a tree cover of 56 %.

Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.

Infrastructure and Travelling to North West Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on North West Island. The nearest airport is Gladstone Airport, located 82 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on North West Island. The closest major port is GLADSTONE, approximately 79 km away.

The mean population of North West Island is 0 per km². North West Island is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Australia.

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

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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 North West Island

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