Sor Arnoy

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

Size: 5.682 km²
Coastline: 25.9 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Norwegian Sea
Continent: Europe

Sor Arnoy is a Small Island spanning 5.7 km² with a coastline of 25.9 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: 67.13715214 / Longitude: 13.96081112

Climate and weather of Sor Arnoy

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 Sor Arnoy

Timezone: UTC+01:00
Timezone places: Europe/Paris
Max. Elevation: 50 m
Mean Elevation: 42 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 67%

The mean elevation is 42 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 50 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. Sor Arnoy has a tree cover of 67 %.

Vegetation: 6 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 Sor Arnoy

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Sor Arnoy. The nearest airport is Bodø Airport, located 43 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Sor Arnoy. The closest major port is GLOMFJORD, approximately 34 km away.

The mean population of Sor Arnoy is 3 per km². Sor Arnoy is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Norway.

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

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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 Sor Arnoy

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