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🇹🇭 Thailand Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Thailand is a country in Southeast Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 513,120 km² and has a coastline of 3,219 km. It shares land borders with 4 countries.

📐 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
513,120 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
140/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
3,219 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+7
UTC offset
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Independence
Never colonized
established
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Climate
Tropical, three seasons — hot, rainy, cool
general type

Location and Position

Thailand is situated in Southeast Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 3,219 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

Thailand covers a total area of 513,120 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 71.8M across this area, the population density is 140/km². The capital city is Bangkok.

Climate

The climate of Thailand is tropical, three seasons — hot, rainy, cool. The best time to visit is generally November–April, 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 Thailand

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Myanmar
Naypyidaw
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Laos
Vientiane
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Cambodia
Phnom Penh
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Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Thailand located?

Thailand is located in Southeast Asia, Asia. The capital city is Bangkok.

How large is Thailand?

Thailand has a total area of 513,120 km² with a population density of 140/km².

What countries border Thailand?

Thailand shares land borders with: Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, Malaysia.

What is the climate of Thailand?

The climate of Thailand is Tropical, three seasons — hot, rainy, cool. The best time to visit is November–April.

What timezone is Thailand in?

Thailand observes UTC+7 timezone.

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