Geography of Portugal
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
92,090
km² (rank #111)
Coastline
1,793
km
Highest Point
Ponta do Pico (2,351 m)
Lowest Point
Atlantic Ocean (0 m)
Area Comparison
Portugal
92,090 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Portugal is 0.9% the size of the United States.
Climate
Maritime temperate; cool and rainy in north, warmer and drier in south
Terrain
Mountainous north of the Tagus River, rolling plains in south
Natural Resources
Fish
Forests
Iron Ore
Copper
Zinc
Tin
Tungsten
Silver
Gold
Uranium
Marble
Clay
Gypsum
Salt
Hydropower
Land Use
11.9%
37.8%
50.3%
Arable: 11.9%
Forest: 37.8%
Other: 50.3%
Bordering Countries
Portugal on the Map
Region
Europe
Southern Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Portugal?
Portugal covers an area of 92,090 km², ranking #111 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Portugal?
Maritime temperate; cool and rainy in north, warmer and drier in south
What is the highest point in Portugal?
The highest point in Portugal is Ponta do Pico (2,351 m).
What natural resources does Portugal have?
Portugal's natural resources include Fish, Forests, Iron Ore, Copper, Zinc, Tin, Tungsten, Silver, Gold, Uranium, Marble, Clay, Gypsum, Salt, Hydropower.
Which countries border Portugal?
Portugal shares land borders with Spain.