Welcome to Helby, a Temperate island in the North Pacific Ocean, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Helby unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Geography and size of Helby
Size: 0.761 km²
Coastline: 5.3 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: North Pacific Ocean
Continent: North America
Helby is a Tiny Island spanning 0.761 km² with a coastline of 5.3 km.
Archipel: –
Tectonic Plate: North America – Covers North America and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, characterized by diverse geological features and varying levels of seismic activity.
The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 48.85068583 / Longitude: -125.17123513
Climate and weather of Helby
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 Helby
Timezone: UTC-08:00
Timezone places: America/Los_Angeles
Max. Elevation: 21 m
Mean Elevation: 9 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 11%
The mean elevation is 9 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 21 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. Helby has a tree cover of 11 %.
Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.
Infrastructure and Travelling to Helby
Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Helby. The nearest airport is Bamfield Airstrip, located 6 km away.
Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Helby. The closest major port is UCLUELET, approximately 43 km away.
The mean population of Helby is 0 per km². Helby is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Canada.
Continuing your journey, Tzartus is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
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News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Helby
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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.
