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🇲🇦 Morocco Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Morocco is a country in North Africa, Africa. It covers a total area of 446,550 km² and has a coastline of 1,835 km. It shares land borders with 3 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Africa
geographical region
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Region
North Africa
sub-region
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Total Area
446,550 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
84/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
1,835 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+1
UTC offset
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Independence
1956
established
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Climate
Mediterranean north, desert south
general type

Location and Position

Morocco is situated in North Africa, within the broader continent of Africa. The country has a coastline of 1,835 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

Morocco covers a total area of 446,550 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 37.5M across this area, the population density is 84/km². The capital city is Rabat.

Climate

The climate of Morocco is mediterranean north, desert south. The best time to visit is generally March–May, September–November, 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 Morocco

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Algeria
Algiers
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Mauritania
Nouakchott

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Morocco located?

Morocco is located in North Africa, Africa. The capital city is Rabat.

How large is Morocco?

Morocco has a total area of 446,550 km² with a population density of 84/km².

What countries border Morocco?

Morocco shares land borders with: Algeria, Mauritania, Spain (Ceuta/Melilla).

What is the climate of Morocco?

The climate of Morocco is Mediterranean north, desert south. The best time to visit is March–May, September–November.

What timezone is Morocco in?

Morocco observes UTC+1 timezone.

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