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🇲🇾 Malaysia Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 329,847 km² and has a coastline of 4,675 km. It shares land borders with 3 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
Southeast Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
329,847 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
102/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
4,675 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+8
UTC offset
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Independence
1957
established
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Climate
Tropical, hot and humid year-round
general type

Location and Position

Malaysia is situated in Southeast Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 4,675 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

Malaysia covers a total area of 329,847 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 33.6M across this area, the population density is 102/km². The capital city is Kuala Lumpur.

Climate

The climate of Malaysia is tropical, hot and humid year-round. The best time to visit is generally March–October (west coast), October–February (east coast), 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 Malaysia

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Thailand
Bangkok
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Indonesia
Jakarta
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Brunei
Bandar Seri Begawan

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Malaysia located?

Malaysia is located in Southeast Asia, Asia. The capital city is Kuala Lumpur.

How large is Malaysia?

Malaysia has a total area of 329,847 km² with a population density of 102/km².

What countries border Malaysia?

Malaysia shares land borders with: Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei.

What is the climate of Malaysia?

The climate of Malaysia is Tropical, hot and humid year-round. The best time to visit is March–October (west coast), October–February (east coast).

What timezone is Malaysia in?

Malaysia observes UTC+8 timezone.

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