North America North Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island Temperate Untouched Wilderness

Whiteley

North America North Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean Plains Small Island Temperate Untouched Wilderness

Whiteley, Canada

Added on 30 December 2023

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1.578 km²

Coastline: 7.495 km

Landform: Plains

UTC-08:00

Tree Cover: 85%

Evergreen Needleleaf Forest

Canada

Closest neighboring island: Union

Welcome to Whiteley, a Temperate island in the North Pacific Ocean, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Whiteley 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 Whiteley

Size: 1.578 km²
Coastline: 7.5 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: North Pacific Ocean
Continent: North America

Whiteley is a Small Island spanning 1.6 km² with a coastline of 7.5 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: 50.01197808 / Longitude: -127.20236308

Climate and weather of Whiteley

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 Whiteley

Timezone: UTC-08:00
Timezone places: America/Los_Angeles
Max. Elevation: 76 m
Mean Elevation: 42 m
Vegetation: Evergreen Needleleaf Forest
Tree Coverage: 85%

The mean elevation is 42 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 76 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. Whiteley has a tree cover of 85 %.

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 Whiteley

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Whiteley. The nearest airport is Alert Bay Airport, located 70 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Whiteley. The closest major port is PORT ALICE, approximately 49 km away.

The mean population of Whiteley is 0 per km². Whiteley is Uninhabited. The island belongs to Canada.

The name of the island resonates across different cultures and languages. Here is how it is known around the world: Arabic: جزيرة فانكوفر; German: Vancouver Island; Spanish: Isla de Vancouver; French: île de Vancouver; Portuguese: Ilha Vancouver; Russian: Ванкувер; Chinese: 溫哥華島

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

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Canada 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 Whiteley

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

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