Quujuutilik

Welcome to Quujuutilik, a Polar island in the North Atlantic Ocean, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Quujuutilik 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 Quujuutilik

Size: 7.031 km²
Coastline: 37.6 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: North Atlantic Ocean
Continent: North America

Quujuutilik is a Small Island spanning 7 km² with a coastline of 37.6 km.

Archipel: –

Tectonic Plate: North America – Covers North America and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, characterized by diverse geological features and varying levels of seismic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 65.96612181 / Longitude: -35.90991508

Climate and weather of Quujuutilik

Climate Zone: Polar
Climate Details: Tundra
Temperature: Cold

Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.

Topography and nature of Quujuutilik

Timezone: UTC-03:00
Timezone places: America/Sao_Paulo
Max. Elevation: 516 m
Mean Elevation: 241 m
Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Tree Coverage: 25%

The mean elevation is 241 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 516 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plateau: Elevated flatlands rising sharply above the surrounding area, with a maximum elevation over 500 meters but a mean elevation less than 300 meters, forming unique highland areas on islands.

Dominating Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Comprising mainly of grasses, herbs, and ferns, these areas are common in prairies, meadows, and savannas, and can vary widely in species composition. Quujuutilik has a tree cover of 25 %.

Vegetation: 3 vegetation zones – Moderately Diverse Island
These islands start to show a broader range of ecological niches. With three vegetation zones, they may offer a mix of ecosystems like coastal areas, inland woods, and perhaps a distinct wetland or dry area. This diversity supports a wider range of flora and fauna, making these islands more ecologically complex than those with minimal diversity.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Quujuutilik

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Quujuutilik. The nearest airport is Sermiligaaq Heliport, located 47 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Quujuutilik. The closest major port is KUSANARTOQ, approximately 837 km away.

The mean population of Quujuutilik is 0 per km². Quujuutilik is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Denmark.

The name of the island resonates across different cultures and languages. Here is how it is known around the world: Arabic: جزيرة غرينلاند; German: Grönland; Spanish: Groenlandia; French: Groenland; Portuguese: Groenlândia; Russian: Гренландия; Chinese: 格陵兰岛

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

Denmark 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 Quujuutilik

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