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🇸🇰 Slovakia Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Slovakia is a country in Central Europe, Europe. It covers a total area of 49,035 km² and is a landlocked country with no coastline. It shares land borders with 5 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Europe
geographical region
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Region
Central Europe
sub-region
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Total Area
49,035 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
112/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+1/2
UTC offset
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Independence
1993
established
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Climate
Continental, cold winters, warm summers
general type

Location and Position

Slovakia is situated in Central Europe, within the broader continent of Europe. As a landlocked country, Slovakia has no direct access to the sea, which historically influenced its trade routes and development. Access to international markets relies on agreements with neighbouring countries.

Size and Area

Slovakia covers a total area of 49,035 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 5.5M across this area, the population density is 112/km². The capital city is Bratislava.

Climate

The climate of Slovakia is continental, cold winters, warm summers. The best time to visit is generally May–September, 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 Slovakia

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Czech Republic
Prague
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Austria
Vienna
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Hungary
Budapest
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Ukraine
Kyiv
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Poland
Warsaw

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Slovakia located?

Slovakia is located in Central Europe, Europe. The capital city is Bratislava.

How large is Slovakia?

Slovakia has a total area of 49,035 km² with a population density of 112/km².

What countries border Slovakia?

Slovakia shares land borders with: Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Ukraine, Poland.

What is the climate of Slovakia?

The climate of Slovakia is Continental, cold winters, warm summers. The best time to visit is May–September.

What timezone is Slovakia in?

Slovakia observes UTC+1/2 timezone.

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