Nusa Faliti

Nusa Faliti
0.138 km²
Coastline: 2.363 km
Landform: Plains
115 / km²
UTC+08:00
Tree Cover: 69%
Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

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

Geography and size of Nusa Faliti

Size: 0.138 km²
Coastline: 2.4 km
Ocean: Indian Ocean
Sea: Timor Sea
Continent: Asia

Nusa Faliti is a Tiny Island spanning 0.138 km² with a coastline of 2.4 km.

Archipel: Malay Archipelago – The world’s largest archipelago, located between mainland Southeast Asia and Australia, known for its immense biodiversity and cultural diversity.

Tectonic Plate: Timor – A small tectonic plate in the Timor region, primarily under the Timor Sea. It’s involved in the collision between the Australian and Eurasian plates, contributing to the region’s seismic activity and the uplift of the island of Timor.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -10.53700651 / Longitude: 123.38177666

Climate and weather of Nusa Faliti

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 Nusa Faliti

Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: 12 m
Mean Elevation: 6 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 69%

The mean elevation is 6 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 12 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. Nusa Faliti has a tree cover of 69 %.

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 Nusa Faliti

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Nusa Faliti. The nearest airport is El Tari Airport, located 51 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Nusa Faliti. The closest major port is KUPANG, approximately 46 km away.

The mean population of Nusa Faliti is 115 per km². Nusa Faliti is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Indonesia.

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

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Indonesia is classified as Emerging region: MIKT: Mexico, Indonesia, South Korea, and Turkey – Economies recognized for their development potential and emerging market status. The level of income is Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Nusa Faliti

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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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