Oceania Pacific Ocean Plains South Pacific Ocean Tiny Island Tropical Untouched Wilderness

Poole Island

Oceania Pacific Ocean Plains South Pacific Ocean Tiny Island Tropical Untouched Wilderness

Poole Island, Australia

Added on 7 January 2024

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0.210 km²

Coastline: 2.039 km

Landform: Plains

UTC+10:00

Tree Cover: 71%

Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

Australia

Closest neighboring island: Gloucester

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

Size: 0.21 km²
Coastline: 2 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Coral Sea
Continent: Oceania

Poole Island is a Tiny Island spanning 0.21 km² with a coastline of 2 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Australia – A major tectonic plate covering Australia, New Zealand, and parts of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, known for its relative stability and occasional seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -20.10260028 / Longitude: 148.31335757

Climate and weather of Poole Island

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 Poole Island

Timezone: UTC+10:00
Timezone places: Australia/Sydney
Max. Elevation: 1 m
Mean Elevation: 1 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 71%

The mean elevation is 1 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 1 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. Poole Island has a tree cover of 71 %.

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 Poole Island

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Poole Island. The nearest airport is Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport, located 51 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Poole Island. The closest major port is MACKAY, approximately 151 km away.

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

Continuing your journey, Gloucester 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 Poole Island

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

Poole Island

Geography and size of Poole Island

Climate and weather of Poole Island

Topography and nature of Poole Island

Infrastructure and Travelling to Poole Island

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Poole Island

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