Asia Moderately Inhabited North Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean Plains Tiny Island Tropical

Pulau Memanuk

Asia Moderately Inhabited North Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean Plains Tiny Island Tropical

Pulau Memanuk, Philippines

Added on 7 January 2024

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0.191 km²

Coastline: 1.883 km

Landform: Plains

141 / km²

UTC+08:00

Tree Cover: 81%

Deciduous Needleleaf Forest

Philippines

Closest neighboring island: Balut

Welcome to Pulau Memanuk, a Tropical island in the Philippine Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Pulau Memanuk 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 Pulau Memanuk

Size: 0.191 km²
Coastline: 1.9 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Philippine Sea
Continent: Asia

Pulau Memanuk is a Tiny Island spanning 0.191 km² with a coastline of 1.9 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: Sunda – Extends across Southeast Asia, encompassing parts of the Sunda Shelf, known for its interaction with the Australian Plate, contributing to volcanic activity in Indonesia.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 4.589995 / Longitude: 125.62944919

Climate and weather of Pulau Memanuk

Climate Zone: Tropical
Climate Details: Tropical Rainforest Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: This climate is typified by heavy rainfall throughout the year, high humidity, and consistently high temperatures, leading to lush rainforests and rich biodiversity. Seasonal temperature variations are minimal.

Topography and nature of Pulau Memanuk

Timezone: UTC+08:00
Timezone places: Australia/Perth
Max. Elevation: -18 m
Mean Elevation: -19 m
Vegetation: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 81%

The mean elevation is -19 m. Remarkably, this unique island barely emerges above the sea level, showcasing nature’s fascinating interplay with the ocean. 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: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Consists of needleleaf trees that shed their needles annually. This type of forest is less common and can be found in certain cold, northern regions. Pulau Memanuk has a tree cover of 81 %.

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 Pulau Memanuk

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulau Memanuk. The nearest airport is Naha Airport, located 101 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulau Memanuk. The closest major port is TAHUNA, approximately 109 km away.

The mean population of Pulau Memanuk is 141 per km². Pulau Memanuk is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Philippines.

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

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Philippines is classified as Emerging region: G20: Group of Twenty – Major economies comprising both developed and emerging countries, representing the world’s largest economies. The level of income is Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Pulau Memanuk

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