Geography of Sweden
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
450,295
km² (rank #56)
Coastline
3,218
km
Highest Point
Kebnekaise (2,111 m)
Lowest Point
Bay of Lake Hammarsjoen (-2.4 m)
Area Comparison
Sweden
450,295 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Sweden is 4.6% the size of the United States.
Climate
Temperate in south with cold, cloudy winters and cool summers; subarctic in north
Terrain
Mostly flat or gently rolling lowlands; mountains in west
Natural Resources
Iron Ore
Copper
Lead
Zinc
Gold
Silver
Tungsten
Uranium
Arsenic
Timber
Hydropower
Land Use
68.7%
24.9%
Arable: 6.4%
Forest: 68.7%
Other: 24.9%
Bordering Countries
Sweden on the Map
Region
Europe
Northern Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Sweden?
Sweden covers an area of 450,295 km², ranking #56 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Sweden?
Temperate in south with cold, cloudy winters and cool summers; subarctic in north
What is the highest point in Sweden?
The highest point in Sweden is Kebnekaise (2,111 m).
What natural resources does Sweden have?
Sweden's natural resources include Iron Ore, Copper, Lead, Zinc, Gold, Silver, Tungsten, Uranium, Arsenic, Timber, Hydropower.
Which countries border Sweden?
Sweden shares land borders with Finland, Norway.