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🇩🇲 Dominica Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Dominica is a country in Caribbean, North America. It covers a total area of 751 km² and has a coastline of 148 km. It is an island nation with no land borders.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
North America
geographical region
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Region
Caribbean
sub-region
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Total Area
751 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
96/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
148 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC-4
UTC offset
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Independence
1978
established
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Climate
Tropical, wet and lush year-round
general type

Location and Position

Dominica is situated in Caribbean, within the broader continent of North America. The country has a coastline of 148 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

Dominica covers a total area of 751 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 72K across this area, the population density is 96/km². The capital city is Roseau.

Climate

The climate of Dominica is tropical, wet and lush year-round. The best time to visit is generally January–June, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dominica located?

Dominica is located in Caribbean, North America. The capital city is Roseau.

How large is Dominica?

Dominica has a total area of 751 km² with a population density of 96/km².

What countries border Dominica?

Dominica is an island nation and has no land borders.

What is the climate of Dominica?

The climate of Dominica is Tropical, wet and lush year-round. The best time to visit is January–June.

What timezone is Dominica in?

Dominica observes UTC-4 timezone.

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