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Basse-Pointe, Martinique
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Basse-Pointe is a small town in Martinique, Martinique with a population of 4,037. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Basse-Pointe
Basse-Pointe is a town and commune in the French overseas department and region, and island of Martinique.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,037 |
| Population Density | 374 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 14.8694°, -61.1152° |
| Timezone | America/Martinique |
| Country | 🇲🇶 Martinique |
| State / Province | Martinique |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 77.4 inches (1,967 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Basse-Pointe
Basse-Pointe is a small town in Martinique (Martinique) with a population of 4,037. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 77.4 inches. The timezone is America/Martinique.
Climate in Basse-Pointe
Basse-Pointe has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Sep (28.4°C), the coldest is Feb (25.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1017 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Martinique avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 10.8 sq mi (27.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 374/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 14.8694°N, 61.1152°W |
| Timezone | America/Martinique |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Explosion | 5.0 m | 23 | 8 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 4.0 m | — | 8 km |
| 1902 | MOUNT PELEE | Astronomical | 3.0 m | 1,500 | 8 km |
| 2004 | BASSE-TERRE, LES SAINTES | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1 | 110 km |
| 1902 | FORT-DE-FRANCE | Astronomical | 1.0 m | — | 30 km |
| 1902 | MARTINIQUE | Astronomical | 0.6 m | — | 37 km |
| 2005 | DOMINICA PASSAGE | Earthquake | — | — | 121 km |
| 1839 | MARTINIQUE | Earthquake | — | 390 | 56 km |
| 1823 | SAINT PIERRE | Earthquake | — | — | 54 km |
| 1767 | MARTINIQUE & BARBADOS | Earthquake | — | — | 54 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Pelee (9 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Pelee | Stratovolcano | 1,394 m (4,573 ft) | 1932 | 9 km |
| Plat Pays, Morne | Stratovolcano | 940 m (3,084 ft) | 1270 | 49 km |
| Watt, Morne | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,224 m (4,016 ft) | 1997 | 53 km |
| Trois Pitons, Morne | Complex | 1,387 m (4,551 ft) | 920 | 60 km |
| Diablotins, Morne | Stratovolcano | 1,430 m (4,692 ft) | Unknown | 77 km |
| Diables, Morne aux | Lava dome(s) | 861 m (2,825 ft) | Unknown | 89 km |
| Qualibou | Caldera | 777 m (2,549 ft) | 1766 | 116 km |
| Soufriere Guadeloupe | Stratovolcano | 1,467 m (4,813 ft) | 1977 | 143 km |
| Soufriere St. Vincent | Stratovolcano | 1,220 m (4,003 ft) | 1979 | 171 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 7.6 in | |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 9.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 8.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 6.6 in |
Basse-Pointe has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (10.7") and March the driest (2.8").
Schools in Basse-Pointe
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École Les Hauteurs Bourdon | — | — | — | — |
| Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du Collège | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Aimé Césaire - Basse Pointe | — | — | — | — |
| École Mixte A | — | — | — | — |
| École maternelle Les Coccinelles | — | — | — | — |
| Groupe scolaire Terre-Patate | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Basse-Pointe
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Zoukla | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| DBS Radio (DM) | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Voice of Life Radio (DM) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dominica Catholic Radio (DM) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| En Ba Mango (DM) | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Basse-Pointe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banana Museum | ||||
| Centre de Découverte des Sciences et de la Terre | ||||
| Château Dubuc | ||||
| Distillerie Saint-James | ||||
| Galerie d'Histoire de la Mer | ||||
| Habitation La salle | ||||
| Maison des Volcans | ||||
| Micro musée | ||||
| Musée du Rhum | ||||
| Musée Gauguin | ||||
| Musée Vulcanologique Franck A. Perret |
Libraries in Basse-Pointe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Eugène Mona | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Léon Gontran-Damas | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale du Robert | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Universitaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque du Carbet | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque du Morne Rouge | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiatheque Municipale | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Basse-Pointe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halles | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché agricole et artisanal de Gros-Morne | |||||
| Marché aux poissons | |||||
| Marché de La Trinité | |||||
| Marché de Saint-Pierre | |||||
| Marché fruits et légumes | |||||
| Marché Jean-Baptiste Armet | |||||
| Place du marché du Fort |
Restaurants in Basse-Pointe
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Basse-Pointe
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Basse-Pointe
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Basse-Pointe
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Basse-Pointe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Basse-Pointe
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport | FDF | Large Airport |
| Canefield Airport | DCF | Medium Airport |
| Douglas-Charles Airport | DOM | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Basse-Pointe
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Basse-Pointe |
Treatment Centers in Basse-Pointe
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre hospitalier de Saint-Joseph | ||
| Maison D’accueil Spécialisée |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Basse-Pointe
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle de Rivière-Roche | |
| Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste | |
| Église Sainte-Anne | |
| Temple hindou | |
| Temple Indou |
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What is the population of Basse-Pointe?
Basse-Pointe has a population of 4,037 residents and is located in Martinique. The population density is 374 people per square mile, spread across 10.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Basse-Pointe?
Basse-Pointe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.4 inches.