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🇸🇷 Suriname Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Suriname is a country in South America, South America. It covers a total area of 163,820 km² and has a coastline of 386 km. It shares land borders with 3 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
South America
geographical region
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Region
South America
sub-region
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Total Area
163,820 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
4/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
386 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC-3
UTC offset
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Independence
1975
established
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Climate
Tropical, two dry seasons
general type

Location and Position

Suriname is situated in South America, within the broader continent of South America. The country has a coastline of 386 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

Suriname covers a total area of 163,820 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 612K across this area, the population density is 4/km². The capital city is Paramaribo.

Climate

The climate of Suriname is tropical, two dry seasons. The best time to visit is generally February–April, August–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 Suriname

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Guyana
Georgetown
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Brazil
Brasília

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Suriname located?

Suriname is located in South America, South America. The capital city is Paramaribo.

How large is Suriname?

Suriname has a total area of 163,820 km² with a population density of 4/km².

What countries border Suriname?

Suriname shares land borders with: Guyana, Brazil, French Guiana.

What is the climate of Suriname?

The climate of Suriname is Tropical, two dry seasons. The best time to visit is February–April, August–October.

What timezone is Suriname in?

Suriname observes UTC-3 timezone.

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