Toms Island
Welcome to Toms Island, a Continental island in the The Northwestern Passages, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Toms Island 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 Toms Island
Size: 6.526 km²
Coastline: 21.7 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: The Northwestern Passages
Continent: North America
Toms Island is a Small Island spanning 6.5 km² with a coastline of 21.7 km.
Archipel: Canadian Arctic Archipelago – A vast and remote region in northern Canada, consisting of a series of large and small islands known for their extreme Arctic environment and unique wildlife.
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: 71.25051331 / Longitude: -96.65749063
Climate and weather of Toms Island
Climate Zone: Continental
Climate Details: Warm-Summer Humid Continental Climate
Temperature: Warm Summer
Climate Characteristics: Features warm summers and cold winters with consistent precipitation, common in higher latitudes.
Topography and nature of Toms Island
Timezone: UTC-07:00
Timezone places: America/Denver
Max. Elevation: 67 m
Mean Elevation: 14 m
Vegetation: Snow and Ice Covered
Tree Coverage: 34%
The mean elevation is 14 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 67 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: Snow and Ice Covered
These areas are permanently or seasonally covered in snow and ice, with little to no vegetation, such as polar regions and high mountains. Toms Island has a tree cover of 34 %.
Vegetation: 1 vegetation zones – Minimal Diversity Island
These islands exhibit the most basic level of ecological diversity, often characterized by a single dominant vegetation type. This could be due to extreme environmental conditions, limited land area, or significant human impact. They represent unique ecosystems where specific species have adapted to thrive in these singular environments.
Infrastructure and Travelling to Toms Island
Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Toms Island. The nearest airport is Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport, located 51 km away.
Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Toms Island. The closest major port is WINDSOR, approximately 97 km away.
The mean population of Toms Island is 0 per km². Toms Island is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Canada.
Continuing your journey, Tasmania is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
Tom And The Island Of Dinosuars - Written and illustrated by Ian Beck
Canada 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 Toms Island
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Toms Island. 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.