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🇰🇼 Kuwait Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Kuwait is a country in Middle East, Asia. It covers a total area of 17,818 km² and has a coastline of 499 km. It shares land borders with 2 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
Middle East
sub-region
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Total Area
17,818 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
241/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
499 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+3
UTC offset
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Independence
1961
established
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Climate
Hot desert, very hot summers, mild winters
general type

Location and Position

Kuwait is situated in Middle East, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 499 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

Kuwait covers a total area of 17,818 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 4.3M across this area, the population density is 241/km². The capital city is Kuwait City.

Climate

The climate of Kuwait is hot desert, very hot summers, mild winters. 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 Kuwait

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Iraq
Baghdad
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Saudi Arabia
Riyadh

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Kuwait located?

Kuwait is located in Middle East, Asia. The capital city is Kuwait City.

How large is Kuwait?

Kuwait has a total area of 17,818 km² with a population density of 241/km².

What countries border Kuwait?

Kuwait shares land borders with: Iraq, Saudi Arabia.

What is the climate of Kuwait?

The climate of Kuwait is Hot desert, very hot summers, mild winters. The best time to visit is November–March.

What timezone is Kuwait in?

Kuwait observes UTC+3 timezone.

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