Sallersuaq

Sallersuaq
3.509 km²
Coastline: 15.844 km
Landform: Hills
UTC-03:00
Tree Cover: 26%
Herbaceous Cover

Welcome to Sallersuaq, a Polar island in the Davis Strait, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Sallersuaq unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Sallersuaq

Size: 3.509 km²
Coastline: 15.8 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Davis Strait
Continent: North America

Sallersuaq is a Small Island spanning 3.5 km² with a coastline of 15.8 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: 67.20168047 / Longitude: -53.29138726

Climate and weather of Sallersuaq

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.

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