Tava

Tava
1.228 km²
Coastline: 10.803 km
Landform: Plains
0 / km²
UTC-09:00
Tree Cover: 57%
Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

Welcome to Tava, a Temperate island in the The Coastal Waters of Southeast Alaska and British Columbia, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Tava unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Tava

Size: 1.228 km²
Coastline: 10.8 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: The Coastal Waters of Southeast Alaska and British Columbia
Continent: North America

Tava is a Small Island spanning 1.2 km² with a coastline of 10.8 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: 56.82705764 / Longitude: -135.48081646

Climate and weather of Tava

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 Tava

Timezone: UTC-09:00
Timezone places: America/Anchorage
Max. Elevation: 84 m
Mean Elevation: 36 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 57%

The mean elevation is 36 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 84 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. Tava has a tree cover of 57 %.

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 Tava

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Tava. The nearest airport is Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport, located 27 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Tava. The closest major port is SITKA, approximately 29 km away.

The mean population of Tava is 0 per km². Tava is Uninhabited. The island belongs to United States of America.

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


United States of America is classified as Developed region: G7: Group of Seven – Major advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Tava

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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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