Pulau Sawi

Pulau Sawi
0.599 km²
Coastline: 3.464 km
Landform: Plains
24 / km²
UTC+07:00
Tree Cover: 14%
Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

Welcome to Pulau Sawi, a Tropical island in the South China Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Pulau Sawi unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Pulau Sawi

Size: 0.599 km²
Coastline: 3.5 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South China Sea
Continent: Asia

Pulau Sawi is a Tiny Island spanning 0.599 km² with a coastline of 3.5 km.

Archipel: Greater Sunda Islands – A group of large islands in Southeast Asia, including Borneo, Sumatra, Java, and Sulawesi, known for their rich biodiversity and cultural diversity.

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: -2.37595106 / Longitude: 110.06456043

Climate and weather of Pulau Sawi

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 Sawi

Timezone: UTC+07:00
Timezone places: Asia/Jakarta
Max. Elevation: 4 m
Mean Elevation: 3 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 14%

The mean elevation is 3 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 4 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 Needleleaf Forest
Dominated by evergreen coniferous trees such as pines and firs, which retain their needle-like leaves throughout the year. These forests are often found in cooler climates. Pulau Sawi has a tree cover of 14 %.

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 Pulau Sawi

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Pulau Sawi. The nearest airport is Rahadi Osman Airport, located 63 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Pulau Sawi. The closest major port is KUMAI, approximately 188 km away.

The mean population of Pulau Sawi is 25 per km². Pulau Sawi is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Indonesia.

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


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 Pulau Sawi

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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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