Population: 13,487,621 (1992)
Capital: Tallahassee, Population 133,000 (1999)
Nickname: Sunshine State
Year of Admission: March 3, 1845
Order of Admission: 27 |
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Area: 59,988 sq miles (155,368 sq kilometers) (the 23rd biggest state).
Location: Florida is situated on the Southeast of United States
Borders: Alabama & Georgia on the North
Climate: Humid, with hot summers and mild sunny winters. Summer temperatures reach into lower 90s, but drop down to the lower 70s at night. June through September is rainy season, but the thundershowers are brief and help cool things off. The best time to go is fall and spring. October is cool, comfortable and pleasant because kids are back in school and the parks are at its quietest. Early May is also another good choice because the weathers great and school is still in session. Winter temperatures are the coolest. Highs are in the low 70s with lows around 50. Rainfall is infrequent during this time.
Elevation extremes:
Lowest point: Sea Level
Highest point: 345 feet (105 m)
Land Area: 53,997 sq miles
Water area: 5,991 sq miles
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