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🇺🇾 Uruguay Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Uruguay is a country in South America, South America. It covers a total area of 176,215 km² and has a coastline of 660 km. It shares land borders with 2 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
176,215 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
20/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
660 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC-3
UTC offset
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Independence
1825
established
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Climate
Temperate, mild year-round
general type

Location and Position

Uruguay is situated in South America, within the broader continent of South America. The country has a coastline of 660 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

Uruguay covers a total area of 176,215 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 3.5M across this area, the population density is 20/km². The capital city is Montevideo.

Climate

The climate of Uruguay is temperate, mild year-round. The best time to visit is generally December–March, 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 Uruguay

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Argentina
Buenos Aires
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Brazil
Brasília

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Uruguay located?

Uruguay is located in South America, South America. The capital city is Montevideo.

How large is Uruguay?

Uruguay has a total area of 176,215 km² with a population density of 20/km².

What countries border Uruguay?

Uruguay shares land borders with: Argentina, Brazil.

What is the climate of Uruguay?

The climate of Uruguay is Temperate, mild year-round. The best time to visit is December–March.

What timezone is Uruguay in?

Uruguay observes UTC-3 timezone.

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