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Dyroya

Dyroya, Norway

Added on 6 January 2024

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52.641 km²

Coastline: 43.665 km

Landform: Plateau

4 / km²

UTC+01:00

Tree Cover: 65%

Deciduous Needleleaf Forest

Norway

Closest neighboring island: Skogsoya

Welcome to Dyroya, a Continental island in the Norwegian Sea, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Dyroya 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 Dyroya

Size: 52.6 km²
Coastline: 43.7 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Norwegian Sea
Continent: Europe

Dyroya is a Medium Island spanning 53 km² with a coastline of 44 km.

Archipel: Vesterålen – A district and archipelago in Norway, north of the Lofoten, known for its stunning landscapes, fishing culture, and whale watching.

Tectonic Plate: Eurasia – One of the world’s largest tectonic plates, the Eurasian Plate covers a significant portion of Europe and Asia. It’s characterized by diverse geological features, including the Ural Mountains, the European Plain, and the Himalayas formed from its collision with the Indian Plate.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 69.02016028 / Longitude: 17.14835363

Climate and weather of Dyroya

Climate Zone: Continental
Climate Details: Subarctic Climate
Temperature: Cold Summer

Climate Characteristics: Characterized by long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers, often found in northern latitudes of North America and Eurasia.

Topography and nature of Dyroya

Timezone: UTC+01:00
Timezone places: Europe/Paris
Max. Elevation: 531 m
Mean Elevation: 215 m
Vegetation: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 65%

The mean elevation is 215 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 531 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plateau: Elevated flatlands rising sharply above the surrounding area, with a maximum elevation over 500 meters but a mean elevation less than 300 meters, forming unique highland areas on islands.

Dominating Vegetation: Deciduous Needleleaf Forest
Consists of needleleaf trees that shed their needles annually. This type of forest is less common and can be found in certain cold, northern regions. Dyroya has a tree cover of 65 %.

Vegetation: 8 vegetation zones – Very Highly Diverse Island
Islands in this range are ecological powerhouses, showcasing a wide array of vegetation zones. Each zone, from lush rainforests to arid scrublands, coastal mangroves to mountainous regions, contributes to a complex and interdependent ecosystem. These islands are often hotspots of biodiversity, supporting numerous species and intricate ecological processes.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Dyroya

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Dyroya. The nearest airport is Stokmarknes Airport, Skagen, located 32 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Dyroya. The closest major port is MEDBY, approximately 25 km away.

The mean population of Dyroya is 5 per km². Dyroya is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Norway.

The name of the island resonates across different cultures and languages. Here is how it is known around the world: Arabic: فيستريلان; German: Vesterålen; Spanish: Vesterålen; French: Vesterålen; Portuguese: Vesterålen; Russian: Вестеролен; Chinese: 西奧倫群島

Continuing your journey, Skogsoya is the next notable island, situated merely km away.

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News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Dyroya

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Dyroya. 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.

Dyroya

Geography and size of Dyroya

Climate and weather of Dyroya

Topography and nature of Dyroya

Infrastructure and Travelling to Dyroya

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