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🇩🇯 Djibouti Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Djibouti is a country in East Africa, Africa. It covers a total area of 23,200 km² and has a coastline of 314 km. It shares land borders with 3 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Africa
geographical region
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Region
East Africa
sub-region
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Total Area
23,200 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
43/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
314 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+3
UTC offset
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Independence
1977
established
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Climate
Hot desert, very hot May–September
general type

Location and Position

Djibouti is situated in East Africa, within the broader continent of Africa. The country has a coastline of 314 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

Djibouti covers a total area of 23,200 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 988K across this area, the population density is 43/km². The capital city is Djibouti City.

Climate

The climate of Djibouti is hot desert, very hot may–september. The best time to visit is generally October–April, 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 Djibouti

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Eritrea
Asmara
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Ethiopia
Addis Ababa
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Somalia
Mogadishu

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Djibouti located?

Djibouti is located in East Africa, Africa. The capital city is Djibouti City.

How large is Djibouti?

Djibouti has a total area of 23,200 km² with a population density of 43/km².

What countries border Djibouti?

Djibouti shares land borders with: Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia.

What is the climate of Djibouti?

The climate of Djibouti is Hot desert, very hot May–September. The best time to visit is October–April.

What timezone is Djibouti in?

Djibouti observes UTC+3 timezone.

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