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🇧🇯 Benin Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Benin is a country in West Africa, Africa. It covers a total area of 112,622 km² and has a coastline of 121 km. It shares land borders with 4 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Africa
geographical region
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Region
West Africa
sub-region
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Total Area
112,622 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
118/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
121 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+1
UTC offset
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Independence
1960
established
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Climate
Tropical, two dry seasons
general type

Location and Position

Benin is situated in West Africa, within the broader continent of Africa. The country has a coastline of 121 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Benin covers a total area of 112,622 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 13.3M across this area, the population density is 118/km². The capital city is Porto-Novo.

Climate

The climate of Benin is tropical, two dry seasons. The best time to visit is generally November–March, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Benin

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Togo
Lomé
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Nigeria
Abuja
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Niger
Niamey
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Burkina Faso
Ouagadougou

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Benin located?

Benin is located in West Africa, Africa. The capital city is Porto-Novo.

How large is Benin?

Benin has a total area of 112,622 km² with a population density of 118/km².

What countries border Benin?

Benin shares land borders with: Togo, Nigeria, Niger, Burkina Faso.

What is the climate of Benin?

The climate of Benin is Tropical, two dry seasons. The best time to visit is November–March.

What timezone is Benin in?

Benin observes UTC+1 timezone.

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