Geography of United Arab Emirates
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
83,600
km² (rank #116)
Coastline
1,318
km
Highest Point
Jabal Yibir (1,527 m)
Lowest Point
Persian Gulf (0 m)
Area Comparison
United Arab Emirates
83,600 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
United Arab Emirates is 0.9% the size of the United States.
Climate
Desert; hot and humid along coast; cooler in eastern mountains
Terrain
Flat, barren coastal plain merging into rolling sand dunes; mountains in east
Natural Resources
Petroleum
Natural Gas
Land Use
95.7%
Arable: 0.5%
Forest: 3.8%
Other: 95.7%
Bordering Countries
United Arab Emirates on the Map
Region
Asia
Western Asia
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is United Arab Emirates?
United Arab Emirates covers an area of 83,600 km², ranking #116 in the world by size.
What is the climate of United Arab Emirates?
Desert; hot and humid along coast; cooler in eastern mountains
What is the highest point in United Arab Emirates?
The highest point in United Arab Emirates is Jabal Yibir (1,527 m).
What natural resources does United Arab Emirates have?
United Arab Emirates's natural resources include Petroleum, Natural Gas.
Which countries border United Arab Emirates?
United Arab Emirates shares land borders with Oman, Saudi Arabia.