Welcome to Signy, a Polar island in the Southern Ocean, part of the majestic Southern Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Signy unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Size: 19.5 km² Coastline: 35.8 km Ocean: Southern Ocean Sea: Southern Ocean Continent: Seven seas (open ocean)
Signy is a Medium Island spanning 19 km² with a coastline of 36 km.
Archipel: South Orkney Islands – A group of islands in the Southern Ocean, near Antarctica, known for their stark, icy landscapes and research stations.
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: Latitude: -60.71033468 / Longitude: -45.62718561
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.
