Gently Populated Oceania Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South Pacific Ocean Tropical

Salamaua

Gently Populated Oceania Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island South Pacific Ocean Tropical

Salamaua, Papua New Guinea

Added on 30 December 2023

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3.716 km²

Coastline: 13.420 km

Landform: Plains

19 / km²

UTC+10:00

Tree Cover: 94%

Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

Papua New Guinea

Closest neighboring island: Lasanga

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

Size: 3.716 km²
Coastline: 13.4 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Solomon Sea
Continent: Oceania

Salamaua is a Small Island spanning 3.7 km² with a coastline of 13.4 km.

Archipel: Melanesia – A subregion of Oceania in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, including countries like Fiji, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu, known for their diverse cultures and languages.

Tectonic Plate: Pacific – The world’s largest tectonic plate, covering much of the Pacific Ocean, known for the Pacific Ring of Fire with extensive seismic and volcanic activity.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: -7.02918565 / Longitude: 147.06231634

Climate and weather of Salamaua

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 Salamaua

Timezone: UTC+10:00
Timezone places: Australia/Sydney
Max. Elevation: 93 m
Mean Elevation: 68 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 94%

The mean elevation is 68 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 93 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. Salamaua has a tree cover of 94 %.

Vegetation: 4 vegetation zones – Diverse Island
Four distinct vegetation zones mark these islands as ecologically diverse. They might feature varied landscapes such as forests, beaches, grasslands, and rocky areas. Such diversity reflects the island’s complex ecological interactions and varied habitats, which can support a rich array of wildlife and plant species.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Salamaua

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Salamaua. The nearest airport is Nadzab Airport, located 62 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Salamaua. The closest major port is LAE, approximately 32 km away.

The mean population of Salamaua is 20 per km². Salamaua is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Papua New Guinea.

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

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Papua New Guinea is classified as Developing region: Regions characterized by lower income levels, with economies in the process of industrialization and modernization. The level of income is Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Salamaua

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