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🇬🇧 United Kingdom Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

United Kingdom is a country in Western Europe, Europe. It covers a total area of 243,610 km² and has a coastline of 12,429 km. It shares land borders with 1 country.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Europe
geographical region
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Region
Western Europe
sub-region
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Total Area
243,610 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
278/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
12,429 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+0/1
UTC offset
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Independence
927
established
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Climate
Temperate maritime, mild and rainy
general type

Location and Position

United Kingdom is situated in Western Europe, within the broader continent of Europe. The country has a coastline of 12,429 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

United Kingdom covers a total area of 243,610 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 67.7M across this area, the population density is 278/km². The capital city is London.

Climate

The climate of United Kingdom is temperate maritime, mild and rainy. 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 United Kingdom

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Ireland
Dublin

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is United Kingdom located?

United Kingdom is located in Western Europe, Europe. The capital city is London.

How large is United Kingdom?

United Kingdom has a total area of 243,610 km² with a population density of 278/km².

What countries border United Kingdom?

United Kingdom shares land borders with: Ireland.

What is the climate of United Kingdom?

The climate of United Kingdom is Temperate maritime, mild and rainy. The best time to visit is May–September.

What timezone is United Kingdom in?

United Kingdom observes UTC+0/1 timezone.

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