Geography of Russia
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
17,098,242
km² (rank #1)
Coastline
37,653
km
Highest Point
Mount Elbrus (5,642 m)
Lowest Point
Caspian Sea (-28 m)
Area Comparison
Russia
17,098,242 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Russia is 100.0% the size of the United States.
Climate
Ranges from steppes in south through humid continental to subarctic in Siberia to tundra in north
Terrain
Broad plain with low hills west of Urals; vast coniferous forest and tundra in Siberia; uplands and mountains along southern border
Natural Resources
Petroleum
Natural Gas
Coal
Timber
Iron Ore
Nickel
Copper
Gold
Diamonds
Platinum
Tin
Zinc
Land Use
49.4%
43.3%
Arable: 7.3%
Forest: 49.4%
Other: 43.3%
Bordering Countries
Russia on the Map
Region
Europe/Asia
Eastern Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Russia?
Russia covers an area of 17,098,242 km², ranking #1 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Russia?
Ranges from steppes in south through humid continental to subarctic in Siberia to tundra in north
What is the highest point in Russia?
The highest point in Russia is Mount Elbrus (5,642 m).
What natural resources does Russia have?
Russia's natural resources include Petroleum, Natural Gas, Coal, Timber, Iron Ore, Nickel, Copper, Gold, Diamonds, Platinum, Tin, Zinc.
Which countries border Russia?
Russia shares land borders with Norway, Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Belarus, Ukraine, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, China, Mongolia, North Korea.