Île Mousseau
Welcome to Île Mousseau, a Continental island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, part of the majestic Atlantic Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Île Mousseau unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:
- Geography and Size: Explore the island’s size and location.
- Climate and Weather: Weather patterns and temperature.
- Topography and Nature: Uncover the natural wonders of the island.
- Infrastructure and Travelling: Insights on reaching, staying, and making the most of your visit.
- News and Headlines: Latest News.
Geography and size of Île Mousseau
Size: 0.384 km²
Coastline: 4.5 km
Ocean: Atlantic Ocean
Sea: Gulf of St. Lawrence
Continent: North America
Île Mousseau is a Tiny Island spanning 0.384 km² with a coastline of 4.5 km.
Archipel: –
Tectonic Plate: North America – Covers North America and parts of the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, characterized by diverse geological features and varying levels of seismic activity.
The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 45.86152235 / Longitude: -73.29077067
Climate and weather of Île Mousseau
Climate Zone: Continental
Climate Details: Warm-Summer Humid Continental Climate
Temperature: Warm Summer
Climate Characteristics: Features warm summers and cold winters with consistent precipitation, common in higher latitudes.
Topography and nature of Île Mousseau
Timezone: UTC-05:00
Timezone places: America/New_York
Max. Elevation: 7 m
Mean Elevation: 3 m
Vegetation: Cultivated Land
Tree Coverage: 69%
The mean elevation is 3 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 7 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.
Dominating Vegetation: Cultivated Land
Areas dedicated to agricultural activities, growing crops like grains, vegetables, and fruits. These lands are usually human-modified landscapes. Île Mousseau has a tree cover of 69 %.
Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.
Infrastructure and Travelling to Île Mousseau
Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Île Mousseau. The nearest airport is Montréal / Saint-Hubert Airport, located 40 km away.
Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Île Mousseau. The closest major port is CONTRECOUR, approximately 9 km away.
The mean population of Île Mousseau is 517 per km². Île Mousseau is Densely Populated. The island belongs to Canada.
Continuing your journey, Bouchard is the next notable island, situated merely km away.
Île flottante!
Canada is classified as Developed region: G7: Group of Seven – Major advanced economies, including Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The level of income is High income: OECD.
News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Île Mousseau
Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Île Mousseau. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.
Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.