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🇸🇧 Solomon Islands Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Solomon Islands is a country in Oceania / Pacific, Oceania. It covers a total area of 28,896 km² and has a coastline of 5,313 km. It is an island nation with no land borders.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Oceania
geographical region
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Region
Oceania / Pacific
sub-region
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Total Area
28,896 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
25/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
5,313 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+11
UTC offset
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Independence
1978
established
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Climate
Tropical, dry season April–October
general type

Location and Position

Solomon Islands is situated in Oceania / Pacific, within the broader continent of Oceania. The country has a coastline of 5,313 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

Solomon Islands covers a total area of 28,896 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 721K across this area, the population density is 25/km². The capital city is Honiara.

Climate

The climate of Solomon Islands is tropical, dry season april–october. The best time to visit is generally April–October, 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 Solomon Islands located?

Solomon Islands is located in Oceania / Pacific, Oceania. The capital city is Honiara.

How large is Solomon Islands?

Solomon Islands has a total area of 28,896 km² with a population density of 25/km².

What countries border Solomon Islands?

Solomon Islands is an island nation and has no land borders.

What is the climate of Solomon Islands?

The climate of Solomon Islands is Tropical, dry season April–October. The best time to visit is April–October.

What timezone is Solomon Islands in?

Solomon Islands observes UTC+11 timezone.

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