Miquelon is a small island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, located just south of Newfoundland, Canada. It is part of the French overseas collectivity of Saint Pierre and Miquelon, which also includes the nearby island of Saint Pierre. The islands have a cold, temperate climate, with long, cold winters and short, cool summers. Miquelon was first settled by French fishermen in the 16th century, and it has been a French possession ever since. The islands have a rich cultural heritage, with a mix of French and Canadian influences.
Geographic Data for Miquelon, Miquelon-Langlade, Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Latitude | 47° 5.850' |
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Longitude | -56° -22.883' |
Timezone | America/Miquelon |