Geography of Tunisia
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
163,610
km² (rank #91)
Coastline
1,148
km
Highest Point
Jebel ech Chambi (1,544 m)
Lowest Point
Shott el Gharsa (-17 m)
Area Comparison
Tunisia
163,610 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Tunisia is 1.7% the size of the United States.
Climate
Temperate in north with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers; desert in south
Terrain
Mountains in north; hot dry central plain; semiarid south merges into Sahara
Natural Resources
Petroleum
Phosphates
Iron Ore
Lead
Zinc
Salt
Land Use
18.3%
75.1%
Arable: 18.3%
Forest: 6.6%
Other: 75.1%
Bordering Countries
Tunisia on the Map
Region
Africa
Northern Africa
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Tunisia?
Tunisia covers an area of 163,610 km², ranking #91 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Tunisia?
Temperate in north with mild, rainy winters and hot, dry summers; desert in south
What is the highest point in Tunisia?
The highest point in Tunisia is Jebel ech Chambi (1,544 m).
What natural resources does Tunisia have?
Tunisia's natural resources include Petroleum, Phosphates, Iron Ore, Lead, Zinc, Salt.
Which countries border Tunisia?
Tunisia shares land borders with Algeria, Libya.