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

Susuku

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

Susuku, Solomon Islands

Added on 30 December 2023

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4.377 km²

Coastline: 9.535 km

Landform: Plains

2 / km²

UTC+11:00

Tree Cover: 80%

Evergreen Broadleaf Forest

Solomon Islands

Closest neighboring island: Rob Roy

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

Size: 4.377 km²
Coastline: 9.5 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Solomon Sea
Continent: Oceania

Susuku is a Small Island spanning 4.4 km² with a coastline of 9.5 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: -7.44341307 / Longitude: 157.63496825

Climate and weather of Susuku

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 Susuku

Timezone: UTC+11:00
Timezone places: Pacific/Guadalcanal
Max. Elevation: 38 m
Mean Elevation: 29 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Broadleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 80%

The mean elevation is 29 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 38 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. Susuku has a tree cover of 80 %.

Vegetation: 7 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Islands in this range are ecological powerhouses, showcasing a wide array of vegetation zones. Each zone, from lush rainforests to arid scrublands, coastal mangroves to mountainous regions, contributes to a complex and interdependent ecosystem. These islands are often hotspots of biodiversity, supporting numerous species and intricate ecological processes.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Susuku

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Susuku. The nearest airport is Kaghau Airport, located 12 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Susuku. The closest major port is RINGGI COVE, approximately 94 km away.

The mean population of Susuku is 3 per km². Susuku is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Solomon Islands.

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

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Solomon Islands is classified as Least developed region: Countries that exhibit the lowest indicators of socioeconomic development, with the lowest Human Development Index ratings. The level of income is Lower middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Susuku

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

Susuku

Geography and size of Susuku

Climate and weather of Susuku

Topography and nature of Susuku

Infrastructure and Travelling to Susuku

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Susuku

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