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Geography of Thailand

Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features

Total Area
513,120
km² (rank #51)
Coastline
3,219
km
Highest Point
Doi Inthanon (2,565 m)
Lowest Point
Gulf of Thailand (0 m)

Area Comparison

Thailand 513,120 km²
United States (reference) 9,833,520 km²

Thailand is 5.2% the size of the United States.

Climate

Tropical; rainy, warm and cloudy monsoon season; dry, cool northeast monsoon

Terrain

Central plain; Khorat Plateau in the east; mountains elsewhere

Natural Resources

Tin Rubber Natural Gas Tungsten Tantalum Timber Lead Fish Gypsum Lignite

Land Use

32.9%
37.2%
29.9%
Arable: 32.9%
Forest: 37.2%
Other: 29.9%

Bordering Countries

Thailand on the Map

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Region

Asia South-Eastern Asia

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Thailand?
Thailand covers an area of 513,120 km², ranking #51 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Thailand?
Tropical; rainy, warm and cloudy monsoon season; dry, cool northeast monsoon
What is the highest point in Thailand?
The highest point in Thailand is Doi Inthanon (2,565 m).
What natural resources does Thailand have?
Thailand's natural resources include Tin, Rubber, Natural Gas, Tungsten, Tantalum, Timber, Lead, Fish, Gypsum, Lignite.
Which countries border Thailand?
Thailand shares land borders with Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar.