Martinique

Flag Description A light blue background is divided into four quadrants by a white cross; in the center of each rectangle is a white snake; the flag of france is used for official occasions. Currency Euro. Astronomy Today's date is May 12, 2008. There is currently a New Moon. Location Caribbean, island between the caribbean sea and north atlantic ocean, north of trinidad and tobago. Climate Tropical; moderated by trade winds; rainy season (june to october); vulnerable to devastating cyclones (hurricanes) every eight years on average; average temperature 17.3 degrees c; humid. Terrain Mountainous with indented coastline; dormant volcano. Elevation Extremes The lowest point is at Caribbean Sea 0 m. The highest point is at Montagne Pelee 1,397 m.

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Martinique

This is a map of Martinique. The map illustrates the location of Fort-de-France and its proximity to Schoelcher, Le Marin, St.-Pierre, and the Caribbean Sea.

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