Welcome to Stokksoya, a Temperate island in the Norwegian Sea, part of the majestic Arctic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Stokksoya unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
Geography and size of Stokksoya
Size: 1.199 km²
Coastline: 4.9 km
Ocean: Arctic Ocean
Sea: Norwegian Sea
Continent: Europe
Stokksoya is a Small Island spanning 1.2 km² with a coastline of 4.9 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: 64.83074935 / Longitude: 11.02533604
Climate and weather of Stokksoya
Climate Zone: Temperate
Climate Details: Temperate Oceanic Climate
Temperature: Warm Summer
Climate Characteristics: Known for its moderate year-round temperatures with ample rainfall and no dry season. Warm summers are characteristic.
Topography and nature of Stokksoya
Timezone: UTC+01:00
Timezone places: Europe/Paris
Max. Elevation: 57 m
Mean Elevation: 51 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 50%
The mean elevation is 51 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 57 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. Stokksoya has a tree cover of 50 %.
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 Stokksoya
Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Stokksoya. The nearest airport is Rørvik Airport, Ryum, located 12 km away.
Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Stokksoya. The closest major port is RORVIK, approximately 24 km away.
The mean population of Stokksoya is 16 per km². Stokksoya is Gently Populated. The island belongs to Norway.
Continuing your journey, Inner Vikna 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.
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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.
