Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Europe Gently Populated Plains Small Island Temperate

Fanoya

Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Europe Gently Populated Plains Small Island Temperate

Fanoya, Norway

Added on 30 December 2023

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1.189 km²

Coastline: 7.984 km

Landform: Plains

18 / km²

UTC+01:00

Tree Cover: 91%

Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

Norway

Closest neighboring island: Hovden

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

Size: 1.189 km²
Coastline: 8 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Norwegian Sea
Continent: Europe

Fanoya is a Small Island spanning 1.2 km² with a coastline of 8 km.

Archipel: –

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: 61.62419247 / Longitude: 4.81011983

Climate and weather of Fanoya

Climate Zone: Temperate
Climate Details: Temperate Oceanic Climate
Temperature: Warm Summer

Climate Characteristics: Known for its moderate year-round temperatures with ample rainfall and no dry season. Warm summers are characteristic.

Topography and nature of Fanoya

Timezone: UTC+01:00
Timezone places: Europe/Paris
Max. Elevation: 60 m
Mean Elevation: 52 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 91%

The mean elevation is 52 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 60 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: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Dominated by evergreen coniferous trees such as pines and firs, which retain their needle-like leaves throughout the year. These forests are often found in cooler climates. Fanoya has a tree cover of 91 %.

Vegetation: 4 vegetation zones – Diverse Island
Four distinct vegetation zones mark these islands as ecologically diverse. They might feature varied landscapes such as forests, beaches, grasslands, and rocky areas. Such diversity reflects the island’s complex ecological interactions and varied habitats, which can support a rich array of wildlife and plant species.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Fanoya

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Fanoya. The nearest airport is Florø Airport, located 22 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Fanoya. The closest major port is FLORO, approximately 23 km away.

The mean population of Fanoya is 18 per km². Fanoya is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Norway.

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

Fanøya 2021

Norge Fanøya

Fanøya Florø

Norway 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 Fanoya

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