Geography of Scotland
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
243,610
km² (rank #80)
Coastline
12,429
km
Highest Point
Ben Nevis (1,345 m)
Lowest Point
The Fens (-4 m)
Area Comparison
Scotland
243,610 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Scotland is 2.5% the size of the United States.
Climate
Temperate maritime, moderated by the Gulf Stream; mild winters and cool summers with frequent rainfall
Terrain
Rolling lowlands in south and east, uplands and mountains in north and west
Natural Resources
Coal
Petroleum
Natural Gas
Iron Ore
Lead
Zinc
Gold
Tin
Limestone
Salt
Clay
Land Use
25.1%
13.0%
61.9%
Arable: 25.1%
Forest: 13.0%
Other: 61.9%
Bordering Countries
Scotland on the Map
Region
Europe
Northern Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Scotland?
Scotland covers an area of 243,610 km², ranking #80 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Scotland?
Temperate maritime, moderated by the Gulf Stream; mild winters and cool summers with frequent rainfall
What is the highest point in Scotland?
The highest point in Scotland is Ben Nevis (1,345 m).
What natural resources does Scotland have?
Scotland's natural resources include Coal, Petroleum, Natural Gas, Iron Ore, Lead, Zinc, Gold, Tin, Limestone, Salt, Clay.
Which countries border Scotland?
Scotland shares land borders with Ireland.