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🇲🇺 Mauritius Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Mauritius is a country in East Africa, Africa. It covers a total area of 2,040 km² and has a coastline of 177 km. It is an island nation with no land borders.

📐 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
2,040 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
637/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
177 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+4
UTC offset
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Independence
1968
established
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Climate
Tropical, cooler dry season May–November
general type

Location and Position

Mauritius is situated in East Africa, within the broader continent of Africa. The country has a coastline of 177 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

Mauritius covers a total area of 2,040 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 1.3M across this area, the population density is 637/km². The capital city is Port Louis.

Climate

The climate of Mauritius is tropical, cooler dry season may–november. The best time to visit is generally May–December, 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 Mauritius located?

Mauritius is located in East Africa, Africa. The capital city is Port Louis.

How large is Mauritius?

Mauritius has a total area of 2,040 km² with a population density of 637/km².

What countries border Mauritius?

Mauritius is an island nation and has no land borders.

What is the climate of Mauritius?

The climate of Mauritius is Tropical, cooler dry season May–November. The best time to visit is May–December.

What timezone is Mauritius in?

Mauritius observes UTC+4 timezone.

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