Monowai Seamount, Underwater volcano in New Zealand
The Monowai Seamount is one of the most active submarine volcanoes in the Kermadec arc.
Discovered by scientists in the 1940s, Monowai stands out for its frequent eruptions.
While there are no direct cultural ties due to its underwater nature, Monowai influences the surrounding sea life.
Due to its location and volcanic activity, it remains largely unstudied by direct human observation.
Monowai's volcanic cone has shown drastic changes in height due to its continuous volcanic activity.
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Elevation above the sea
-132 m
Made from material
basalt
Part of
Kermadec Islands
GPS coordinates
-25.88700,-177.18800
Latest update
August 31, 2026 15:00
