Geography of Poland
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
312,685
km² (rank #70)
Coastline
440
km
Highest Point
Rysy (2,499 m)
Lowest Point
Raczki Elblaskie (-1.8 m)
Area Comparison
Poland
312,685 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Poland is 3.2% the size of the United States.
Climate
Temperate with cold, cloudy, moderately severe winters and mild summers with frequent showers
Terrain
Mostly flat plain; mountains along southern border
Natural Resources
Coal
Sulfur
Copper
Natural Gas
Silver
Lead
Salt
Amber
Land Use
36.2%
30.6%
33.2%
Arable: 36.2%
Forest: 30.6%
Other: 33.2%
Bordering Countries
Poland on the Map
Region
Europe
Central Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Poland?
Poland covers an area of 312,685 km², ranking #70 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Poland?
Temperate with cold, cloudy, moderately severe winters and mild summers with frequent showers
What is the highest point in Poland?
The highest point in Poland is Rysy (2,499 m).
What natural resources does Poland have?
Poland's natural resources include Coal, Sulfur, Copper, Natural Gas, Silver, Lead, Salt, Amber.
Which countries border Poland?
Poland shares land borders with Belarus, Czech Republic, Germany, Lithuania, Russia, Slovakia, Ukraine.