Geography of Saudi Arabia
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
2,149,690
km² (rank #12)
Coastline
2,640
km
Highest Point
Jabal Sawda (3,000 m)
Lowest Point
Persian Gulf (0 m)
Area Comparison
Saudi Arabia
2,149,690 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Saudi Arabia is 21.9% the size of the United States.
Climate
Harsh, dry desert with great temperature extremes
Terrain
Mostly sandy desert; some mountain ranges along western coast
Natural Resources
Petroleum
Natural Gas
Iron Ore
Gold
Copper
Land Use
98.0%
Arable: 1.5%
Forest: 0.5%
Other: 98.0%
Bordering Countries
Saudi Arabia on the Map
Region
Asia
Western Asia
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia covers an area of 2,149,690 km², ranking #12 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Saudi Arabia?
Harsh, dry desert with great temperature extremes
What is the highest point in Saudi Arabia?
The highest point in Saudi Arabia is Jabal Sawda (3,000 m).
What natural resources does Saudi Arabia have?
Saudi Arabia's natural resources include Petroleum, Natural Gas, Iron Ore, Gold, Copper.
Which countries border Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia shares land borders with Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, UAE, Yemen.