Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Continental Europe Moderately Inhabited Plains Small Island

Hrísey

Arctic Ocean Arctic Ocean Continental Europe Moderately Inhabited Plains Small Island

Hrísey, Iceland

Added on 30 December 2023

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7.447 km²

Coastline: 14.298 km

Landform: Plains

154 / km²

UTC±00:00

Tree Cover: 39%

Shrubland

Iceland

Closest neighboring island: Iceland

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

Size: 7.447 km²
Coastline: 14.3 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Greenland Sea
Continent: Europe

Hrísey is a Small Island spanning 7.4 km² with a coastline of 14.3 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: 65.99808843 / Longitude: -18.38364641

Climate and weather of Hrísey

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 Hrísey

Timezone: UTC±00:00
Timezone places: Europe/London
Max. Elevation: 138 m
Mean Elevation: 105 m
Vegetation: Shrubland
Tree Coverage: 39%

The mean elevation is 105 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 138 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: Shrubland
Dominated by shrubs and small bushes, these areas are typical in dry, rocky, or sandy environments, as well as in regions with poor soil fertility. Hrísey has a tree cover of 39 %.

Vegetation: 5 vegetation zones – Highly Diverse Island
With five different vegetation zones, these islands offer a rich tapestry of ecosystems. The variety could include dense forests, open meadows, wetlands, coastal zones, and more. This level of diversity supports an intricate web of life, with each zone playing a vital role in the overall ecological health and balance of the island.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Hrísey

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Hrísey. The nearest airport is Akureyri Airport, located 47 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Hrísey. The closest major port is DALVIK, approximately 12 km away.

The mean population of Hrísey is 154 per km². Hrísey is Moderately Inhabited. The island belongs to Iceland.

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

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Iceland 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 Hrísey

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

Hrísey

Geography and size of Hrísey

Climate and weather of Hrísey

Topography and nature of Hrísey

Infrastructure and Travelling to Hrísey

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Hrísey

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