Welcome to Rottnest , a Temperate island in the Indian Ocean, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Rottnest unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Geography and size of Rottnest
Size: 18.8 km²Coastline: 34.4 kmOcean: Indian OceanSea: Indian OceanContinent: Oceania
Rottnest is a Medium Island spanning 19 km² with a coastline of 34 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:
Climate and weather of Rottnest
Climate Zone: TemperateClimate Details: Hot-Summer Mediterranean ClimateTemperature: Hot Summer
Climate Characteristics: Characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, typical of coastal areas with abundant sunshine.
Topography and nature of Rottnest
Timezone: UTC+08:00Timezone places: Australia/PerthMax. Elevation: 22 m Mean Elevation: 9 mVegetation: Cultivated LandTree Coverage: 66%
The mean elevation is 9 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 22 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: Cultivated Land
Vegetation: 7 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Infrastructure and Travelling to Rottnest
Does the island have a public airport? no .
Does the island have a major port? no .
The mean population of Rottnest is 6 per km². Rottnest is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Australia .
Continuing your journey, Avocet 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 Rottnest
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Rottnest. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.
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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.
