Geography of Algeria
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
2,381,741
km² (rank #10)
Coastline
998
km
Highest Point
Mount Tahat (2,908 m)
Lowest Point
Chott Melrhir (-40 m)
Area Comparison
Algeria
2,381,741 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Algeria is 24.2% the size of the United States.
Climate
Arid to semiarid; mild wet winters with hot dry summers along coast; drier with cold winters on plateau
Terrain
Mostly high plateau and desert; Atlas Mountains in north; narrow coastal plain
Natural Resources
Petroleum
Natural Gas
Iron Ore
Phosphates
Uranium
Lead
Zinc
Land Use
96.0%
Arable: 3.2%
Forest: 0.8%
Other: 96.0%
Bordering Countries
Algeria on the Map
Region
Africa
Northern Africa
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Algeria?
Algeria covers an area of 2,381,741 km², ranking #10 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Algeria?
Arid to semiarid; mild wet winters with hot dry summers along coast; drier with cold winters on plateau
What is the highest point in Algeria?
The highest point in Algeria is Mount Tahat (2,908 m).
What natural resources does Algeria have?
Algeria's natural resources include Petroleum, Natural Gas, Iron Ore, Phosphates, Uranium, Lead, Zinc.
Which countries border Algeria?
Algeria shares land borders with Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Tunisia, Western Sahara.