Dry North America North Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island

San Pedro Martir

Dry North America North Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island

San Pedro Martir, Mexico

Added on 6 January 2024

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2.743 km²

Coastline: 9.379 km

Landform: Plains

UTC-07:00

Shrubland

Mexico

Closest neighboring island: San Lorenzo

Welcome to San Pedro Martir, a Dry island in the Gulf of California, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes San Pedro Martir 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 San Pedro Martir

Size: 2.743 km²
Coastline: 9.4 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Gulf of California
Continent: North America

San Pedro Martir is a Small Island spanning 2.7 km² with a coastline of 9.4 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: 28.38130535 / Longitude: -112.30674056

Climate and weather of San Pedro Martir

Climate Zone: Dry
Climate Details: Hot Deserts Climate
Temperature: Hot

Climate Characteristics: Dominated by extremely hot temperatures, this climate is marked by minimal rainfall and barren landscapes. Nights often experience drastic temperature drops.

Topography and nature of San Pedro Martir

Timezone: UTC-07:00
Timezone places: America/Denver
Max. Elevation: 194 m
Mean Elevation: 140 m
Vegetation: Shrubland
Tree Coverage: 0%

The mean elevation is 140 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 194 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: Shrubland
Dominated by shrubs and small bushes, these areas are typical in dry, rocky, or sandy environments, as well as in regions with poor soil fertility. San Pedro Martir has a tree cover of 0 %.

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 San Pedro Martir

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on San Pedro Martir. The nearest airport is Palo Verde Airport, located 144 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on San Pedro Martir. The closest major port is SANTA ROSALIA, approximately 115 km away.

The mean population of San Pedro Martir is per km². San Pedro Martir is . The island belongs to Mexico.

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

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News – Latest Updates and Headlines from San Pedro Martir

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from San Pedro Martir. 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.