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🇪🇷 Eritrea Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Eritrea is a country in East Africa, Africa. It covers a total area of 117,600 km² and has a coastline of 2,234 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
117,600 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
30/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
2,234 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+3
UTC offset
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Independence
1993
established
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Climate
Hot desert, mild highland
general type

Location and Position

Eritrea is situated in East Africa, within the broader continent of Africa. The country has a coastline of 2,234 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

Eritrea covers a total area of 117,600 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 3.5M across this area, the population density is 30/km². The capital city is Asmara.

Climate

The climate of Eritrea is hot desert, mild highland. 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 Eritrea

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Sudan
Khartoum
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Ethiopia
Addis Ababa
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Djibouti
Djibouti City

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Eritrea located?

Eritrea is located in East Africa, Africa. The capital city is Asmara.

How large is Eritrea?

Eritrea has a total area of 117,600 km² with a population density of 30/km².

What countries border Eritrea?

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

What is the climate of Eritrea?

The climate of Eritrea is Hot desert, mild highland. The best time to visit is October–April.

What timezone is Eritrea in?

Eritrea observes UTC+3 timezone.

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