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🇵🇭 Philippines Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Philippines is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 300,000 km² and has a coastline of 36,289 km. It is an island nation with no land borders.

📐 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
300,000 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
383/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
36,289 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+8
UTC offset
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Independence
1946
established
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Climate
Tropical, hot and humid, typhoon season June–December
general type

Location and Position

Philippines is situated in Southeast Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 36,289 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

Philippines covers a total area of 300,000 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 115M across this area, the population density is 383/km². The capital city is Manila.

Climate

The climate of Philippines is tropical, hot and humid, typhoon season june–december. The best time to visit is generally November–May, 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 Philippines located?

Philippines is located in Southeast Asia, Asia. The capital city is Manila.

How large is Philippines?

Philippines has a total area of 300,000 km² with a population density of 383/km².

What countries border Philippines?

Philippines is an island nation and has no land borders.

What is the climate of Philippines?

The climate of Philippines is Tropical, hot and humid, typhoon season June–December. The best time to visit is November–May.

What timezone is Philippines in?

Philippines observes UTC+8 timezone.

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