Welcome to Schouten , a Temperate island in the Tasman Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Schouten unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Geography and size of Schouten
Size: 26.4 km²Coastline: 49.1 kmOcean: Pacific OceanSea: Tasman SeaContinent: Oceania
Schouten is a Medium Island spanning 26 km² with a coastline of 49 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 Schouten
Climate Zone: TemperateClimate Details: Temperate Oceanic ClimateTemperature: Warm Summer
Climate Characteristics: Known for its moderate year-round temperatures with ample rainfall and no dry season. Warm summers are characteristic.
Topography and nature of Schouten
Timezone: UTC+10:00Timezone places: Australia/SydneyMax. Elevation: 290 m Mean Elevation: 139 mVegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf ForestTree Coverage: 64%
The mean elevation is 139 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 290 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Hills: Gently sloping landforms with rounded tops, having a maximum elevation between 200 and 500 meters. Hills contribute to a varied landscape on islands.
Dominating Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Vegetation: 6 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Infrastructure and Travelling to Schouten
Does the island have a public airport? no .
Does the island have a major port? no .
The mean population of Schouten is 2 per km². Schouten is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Australia .
Continuing your journey, Bruny is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
Schouten Island camping, fishing and diving trip
3 boats and a great bunch of blokes set off over to Schouten for a weekend of Cray diving, fishing and the occasional beer ...
Schouten Island camping, fishing and diving trip
3 boats and a great bunch of blokes set off over to Schouten for a ...
3 boats and a great bunch of blokes set off over to Schouten for a weekend of Cray diving, fishing and the occasional beer ...
Schouten Island
New boat, new camera, what better way to run them in than with an ...
New boat, new camera, what better way to run them in than with an overnighter to Tasmania's great East Coast on Schouten ...
Schouten Island, Tasmania
A winter sea kayaking trip to Schouten Island on Tasmania's Freycinet ...
A winter sea kayaking trip to Schouten Island on Tasmania's Freycinet Peninsula. It started with bad weather but ended up with ...
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 Schouten
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Schouten. 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.
