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🇲🇿 Mozambique Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Mozambique is a country in East Africa, Africa. It covers a total area of 801,590 km² and has a coastline of 2,470 km. It shares land borders with 6 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
801,590 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
41/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
2,470 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+2
UTC offset
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Independence
1975
established
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Climate
Tropical, dry season May–October
general type

Location and Position

Mozambique is situated in East Africa, within the broader continent of Africa. The country has a coastline of 2,470 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

Mozambique covers a total area of 801,590 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 32.8M across this area, the population density is 41/km². The capital city is Maputo.

Climate

The climate of Mozambique is tropical, dry season may–october. The best time to visit is generally May–October, 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 Mozambique

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Tanzania
Dodoma
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Malawi
Lilongwe
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Zambia
Lusaka
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Zimbabwe
Harare
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South Africa
Pretoria / Cape Town / Bloemfontein
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Eswatini
Mbabane

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Mozambique located?

Mozambique is located in East Africa, Africa. The capital city is Maputo.

How large is Mozambique?

Mozambique has a total area of 801,590 km² with a population density of 41/km².

What countries border Mozambique?

Mozambique shares land borders with: Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Eswatini.

What is the climate of Mozambique?

The climate of Mozambique is Tropical, dry season May–October. The best time to visit is May–October.

What timezone is Mozambique in?

Mozambique observes UTC+2 timezone.

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