Welcome to Wedge , a Temperate island in the Great Australian Bight, part of the majestic Indian Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Wedge unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Geography and size of Wedge
Size: 9.986 km²Coastline: 19.5 kmOcean: Indian OceanSea: Great Australian BightContinent: Oceania
Wedge is a Small Island spanning 10 km² with a coastline of 19.5 km.
Archipel: –
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:
Climate and weather of Wedge
Climate Zone: TemperateClimate Details: Warm-Summer Mediterranean ClimateTemperature: Warm Summer
Climate Characteristics: Characterized by warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters, typical of coastal areas with abundant sunshine Rain is more common in the winter months, maintaining a moderate climate.
Topography and nature of Wedge
Timezone: UTC+09:30Timezone places: Australia/AdelaideMax. Elevation: 66 m Mean Elevation: 19 mVegetation: Open WoodlandTree Coverage: 39%
The mean elevation is 19 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 66 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: Open Woodland
Vegetation: 7 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Infrastructure and Travelling to Wedge
Does the island have a public airport? no .
Does the island have a major port? no .
The mean population of Wedge is 0 per km². Wedge is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Australia .
Continuing your journey, Thistle is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
Destination WA - Wedge Island Western 4WD
Jo Beth goes off the grid along our seemingly endless coastline to explore one of WA's most iconic holiday spots – Wedge Island.
Destination WA - Wedge Island Western 4WD
Jo Beth goes off the grid along our seemingly endless coastline to ...
Jo Beth goes off the grid along our seemingly endless coastline to explore one of WA's most iconic holiday spots – Wedge Island.
Wedge Island - Western Australia - Camping 4WD
One day and night camping and 4 wheel driving at Wedge Island, just a ...
One day and night camping and 4 wheel driving at Wedge Island, just a short drive from Perth, Western Australia. Shot on Sony ...
Wedge Island - Western Australia
Australia 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 Wedge
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Wedge. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.
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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.
