Ostrov Kormovoy

Ostrov Kormovoy
1.094 km²
Coastline: 6.459 km
Landform: Plains
29 / km²
UTC+04:00
Tree Cover: 94%
Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

Welcome to Ostrov Kormovoy, a Continental island in the Gulf of Finland, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Ostrov Kormovoy unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Ostrov Kormovoy

Size: 1.094 km²
Coastline: 6.5 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: Gulf of Finland
Continent: Europe

Ostrov Kormovoy is a Small Island spanning 1.1 km² with a coastline of 6.5 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: 60.61648011 / Longitude: 28.43612022

Climate and weather of Ostrov Kormovoy

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 Ostrov Kormovoy

Timezone: UTC+04:00
Timezone places: Europe/Moscow
Max. Elevation: 26 m
Mean Elevation: 24 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 94%

The mean elevation is 24 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 26 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. Ostrov Kormovoy has a tree cover of 94 %.

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 Ostrov Kormovoy

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Ostrov Kormovoy. The nearest airport is Lappeenranta Airport, located 56 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Ostrov Kormovoy. The closest major port is GAVAN VYSOTSK, approximately 13 km away.

The mean population of Ostrov Kormovoy is 29 per km². Ostrov Kormovoy is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Russia.

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


Russia is classified as Emerging region: BRIC: Brazil, Russia, India, and China – Economies noted for their rapid growth and increasing influence on global affairs. The level of income is Upper middle income.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Ostrov Kormovoy

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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.

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