Toau Atoll

Welcome to Toau Atoll, a Tropical island in the South Pacific Ocean, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Toau Atoll 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 Toau Atoll

Size: 1.685 km²
Coastline: 7.6 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: South Pacific Ocean
Continent: Oceania

Toau Atoll is a Small Island spanning 1.7 km² with a coastline of 7.6 km.

Archipel: Tuamotus – A group of atolls in French Polynesia, known for their stunning coral reefs, lagoons, and as a popular diving destination.

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: -15.86998607 / Longitude: -145.98067488

Climate and weather of Toau Atoll

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 Toau Atoll

Timezone: UTC-10:00
Timezone places: Pacific/Honolulu
Max. Elevation: 2 m
Mean Elevation: -8 m
Vegetation: Shrubland
Tree Coverage: 71%

The mean elevation is -8 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 2 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. Toau Atoll has a tree cover of 71 %.

Vegetation: 6 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 Toau Atoll

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Toau Atoll. The nearest airport is Fakarava Airport, located 25 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Toau Atoll. The closest major port is PAPEETE, approximately 418 km away.

The mean population of Toau Atoll is 28 per km². Toau Atoll is Gently Populated. The island belongs to France.

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

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France is classified as Developed region: G7: Group of Seven – Major advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Toau Atoll

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