Population: 1,241,382 (1995)
Capital: Augusta, Population 21,325 (1990)
Nickname: Pine Tree State
Year of Admission: March 15, 1820
Order of Admission: 23 |
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Area: 33,741 sq miles (87,389 sq kilometers) (the 39th biggest state).
Location: Maine is situated on the Southeast of United States
Borders: Canada on the North & New Hampshire on the Southwest
Climate: Maine has a humid continental climate with a moderate summer and a long winter. The climate is generally milder along the coast, particularly in the winter. Rainfall and snowfall in Maine is evenly distributed throughout the year. Heavy winter snowfalls are common in central and northern Maine.
Elevation extremes:
Lowest point: Sea Level
Highest point: Mount Katahdin - 5,267 feet (1,605 m)
Land Area: 30,865 sq miles
Water area: 2,876 sq miles
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