Hjelmsoya

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

Size: 1.309 km²
Coastline: 9.4 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Norwegian Sea
Continent: Europe

Hjelmsoya is a Small Island spanning 1.3 km² with a coastline of 9.4 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: 70.91060982 / Longitude: 24.39417672

Climate and weather of Hjelmsoya

Climate Zone: Polar
Climate Details: Tundra
Temperature: Cold

Climate Characteristics: The tundra climate features long, extremely cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is limited to mosses, lichens, and small shrubs due to the low temperatures and short growing seasons. Biodiversity is low, but some specialized species thrive.

Topography and nature of Hjelmsoya

Timezone: UTC+01:00
Timezone places: Europe/Paris
Max. Elevation: 357 m
Mean Elevation: 162 m
Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Tree Coverage: 34%

The mean elevation is 162 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 357 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Hills: Gently sloping landforms with rounded tops, having a maximum elevation between 200 and 500 meters. Hills contribute to a varied landscape on islands.

Dominating Vegetation: Herbaceous Cover
Comprising mainly of grasses, herbs, and ferns, these areas are common in prairies, meadows, and savannas, and can vary widely in species composition. Hjelmsoya has a tree cover of 34 %.

Vegetation: 7 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 Hjelmsoya

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Hjelmsoya. The nearest airport is Namsos Airport, located 39 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Hjelmsoya. The closest major port is SALSBRUKET, approximately 8 km away.

The mean population of Hjelmsoya is 1 per km². Hjelmsoya is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Norway.

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

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 Hjelmsoya

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