Hjortö

Welcome to Hjortö, a Continental island in the Gulf of Bothnia, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Hjortö 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 Hjortö

Size: 0.837 km²
Coastline: 5.3 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: Gulf of Bothnia
Continent: Europe

Hjortö is a Tiny Island spanning 0.837 km² with a coastline of 5.3 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: 60.09577518 / Longitude: 21.53725619

Climate and weather of Hjortö

Climate Zone: Continental
Climate Details: Warm-Summer Humid Continental Climate
Temperature: Warm Summer

Climate Characteristics: Features warm summers and cold winters with consistent precipitation, common in higher latitudes.

Topography and nature of Hjortö

Timezone: UTC+02:00
Timezone places: Europe/Helsinki
Max. Elevation: 37 m
Mean Elevation: 31 m
Vegetation: Mixed Forest
Tree Coverage: 61%

The mean elevation is 31 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 37 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: Mixed Forest
A combination of both deciduous and evergreen trees, often found in transitional zones between forest types. These forests offer a diverse habitat for various wildlife species. Hjortö has a tree cover of 61 %.

Vegetation: 1 vegetation zones – Minimal Diversity Island
These islands exhibit the most basic level of ecological diversity, often characterized by a single dominant vegetation type. This could be due to extreme environmental conditions, limited land area, or significant human impact. They represent unique ecosystems where specific species have adapted to thrive in these singular environments.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Hjortö

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Hjortö. The nearest airport is Turku Airport, located 92 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Hjortö. The closest major port is PARGAS, approximately 61 km away.

The mean population of Hjortö is 20 per km². Hjortö is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Finland.

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

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Finland 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 Hjortö

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