What islands in the pacific are closest to equator?

The Gilbert Islands lie in the central Pacific Ocean and are part of the nation of Kiribati. They are located just north of the equator, with the island of Tarawa being only 1.3 degrees north. The Gilbert Islands consist of 16 atolls and islands, with a total land area of only 281 square kilometers. They are home to a population of around 103,000 people.

Line Islands

The Line Islands are a group of 11 atolls located in the central Pacific Ocean. They are also part of the nation of Kiribati and are located south of the equator, with the island of Kiritimati being only 1.3 degrees south. The Line Islands have a total land area of 494 square kilometers and are home to a population of around 5,000 people.

Phoenix Islands

The Phoenix Islands are a group of eight atolls located in the central Pacific Ocean. They are part of the nation of Kiribati and are located south of the equator, with the island of Kanton being only 2.8 degrees south. The Phoenix Islands have a total land area of 29 square kilometers and are home to a population of around 40 people.

Baker Island and Howland Island

Baker Island and Howland Island are two small, uninhabited islands located in the central Pacific Ocean. They are part of the United States Minor Outlying Islands and are located just north of the equator, with Baker Island being only 0.2 degrees north. Baker Island has a land area of 1.6 square kilometers while Howland Island has a land area of 1.8 square kilometers.