Equator – Interesting and Fun Facts

The equator is 40,075 km long.

The equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into two hemispheres: North and South.

Equator interesting facts

1. The highest point on the equator is the Cayambe volcano in Ecuador – 5 790 m above sea level.

2. Only 20% of the world’s population lives below the equator.

3. The equator crosses 14 countries.

4. At the equator, day and night are equal to 12 hours each.

5. The only place where there is snow on the equator is at the top of the Cayambe volcano.

Added: Paulina

Equator questions and answers

Is there any risk of living at the equator?

According to the College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, people living at or near the equator are at risk of developing asthma or a respiratory allergy.

Answer: Paulina