Geography of Brazil
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
8,515,770
km² (rank #5)
Coastline
7,491
km
Highest Point
Pico da Neblina (2,995 m)
Lowest Point
Atlantic Ocean (0 m)
Area Comparison
Brazil
8,515,770 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Brazil is 86.6% the size of the United States.
Climate
Mostly tropical, temperate in south
Terrain
Dense forests in northern Amazon basin; semiarid in northeast; mountains, hills and rolling plains in south
Natural Resources
Iron Ore
Manganese
Bauxite
Nickel
Uranium
Gemstones
Petroleum
Hydropower
Timber
Gold
Land Use
59.0%
32.4%
Arable: 8.6%
Forest: 59.0%
Other: 32.4%
Bordering Countries
Brazil on the Map
Region
South America
South America
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Brazil?
Brazil covers an area of 8,515,770 km², ranking #5 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Brazil?
Mostly tropical, temperate in south
What is the highest point in Brazil?
The highest point in Brazil is Pico da Neblina (2,995 m).
What natural resources does Brazil have?
Brazil's natural resources include Iron Ore, Manganese, Bauxite, Nickel, Uranium, Gemstones, Petroleum, Hydropower, Timber, Gold.
Which countries border Brazil?
Brazil shares land borders with Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname, Uruguay, Venezuela.