Geography and Environment

Geography and Environment of Guadeloupe

Terrain, climate, natural resources, hazards, and environmental conditions of Guadeloupe.

Terrain: Basse-Terre is volcanic in origin with interior mountains; Grande-Terre is low limestone formation; most of the seven other islands are volcanic in origin
Climate: subtropical tempered by trade winds; moderately high humidity
Weather Patterns: http://voap.weather.com/weather/oap/GPXX0003?template=TRVLH&par=1003114983&unit=0&key=5b85ae1d85877a1b34827fba743e2133
Highest Point: 1484 — Soufriere 1,484 m
Lowest Point: Caribbean Sea 0 m

Natural Resources: cultivable land, beaches and climate that foster tourism
Natural Hazards: hurricanes (June to October); Soufriere de Guadeloupe is an active volcano

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