Tinuteqisaaq
Welcome to Tinuteqisaaq, a Polar island in the North Atlantic Ocean, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Tinuteqisaaq 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 Tinuteqisaaq
Size: 0.747 km²
Coastline: 8.8 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: North Atlantic Ocean
Continent: North America
Tinuteqisaaq is a Tiny Island spanning 0.747 km² with a coastline of 8.8 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: 59.87542593 / Longitude: -43.62443111
Climate and weather of Tinuteqisaaq
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.
Topography and nature of Tinuteqisaaq
Timezone: UTC-03:00
Timezone places: America/Sao_Paulo
Max. Elevation: 63 m
Mean Elevation: 57 m
Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Tree Coverage: 17%
The mean elevation is 57 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 63 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: Herbaceous Cover
Comprising mainly of grasses, herbs, and ferns, these areas are common in prairies, meadows, and savannas, and can vary widely in species composition. Tinuteqisaaq has a tree cover of 17 %.
Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.
Infrastructure and Travelling to Tinuteqisaaq
Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Tinuteqisaaq. The nearest airport is Aappilattoq Heliport, located 78 km away.
Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Tinuteqisaaq. The closest major port is NANORTALIK HAVN, approximately 175 km away.
The mean population of Tinuteqisaaq is 0 per km². Tinuteqisaaq is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Denmark.
Continuing your journey, Sangmissoq is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
Denmark 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 Tinuteqisaaq
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Tinuteqisaaq. 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.