Flag Description The flag of norway is used.Currency Jan Mayen is a volcanic island with no exploitable natural resources. Economic activity is limited to providing services for employees of Norway's radio and meteorological stations located on the island. Astronomy Today's date is February 9, 2010. There is currently a Last Quarter Moon. Location Northern europe, island between the greenland sea and the norwegian sea, northeast of iceland. Climate Arctic maritime with frequent storms and persistent fog. Terrain Volcanic island, partly covered by glaciers. Elevation Extremes The lowest point is at Norwegian Sea 0 m. The highest point is at Haakon VII Toppen/Beerenberg 2,277 m. |