Winter

Winter
2.214 km²
Coastline: 10.261 km
Landform: Plains
UTC-08:00
Tree Cover: 25%
Wetland

Welcome to Winter, a Temperate island in the North Pacific Ocean, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Winter unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Winter

Size: 2.214 km²
Coastline: 10.3 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: North Pacific Ocean
Continent: North America

Winter is a Small Island spanning 2.2 km² with a coastline of 10.3 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: 38.0434049 / Longitude: -121.84957504

Climate and weather of Winter

Climate Zone: Temperate
Climate Details: Hot-Summer Mediterranean Climate
Temperature: Hot Summer

Climate Characteristics: Characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, typical of coastal areas with abundant sunshine.

Topography and nature of Winter

Timezone: UTC-08:00
Timezone places: America/Los_Angeles
Max. Elevation: 1 m
Mean Elevation: 1 m
Vegetation: Wetland
Tree Coverage: 25%

The mean elevation is 1 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 1 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: Wetland
These areas are saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, and support aquatic plants. Wetlands are important for biodiversity and water filtration. Winter has a tree cover of 25 %.

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 Winter

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Winter. The nearest airport is Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, located 54 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Winter. The closest major port is PITTSBURG, approximately 3 km away.

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

Continuing your journey, Sherman 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 Winter

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Winter. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

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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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