Geography of Vietnam
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
331,212
km² (rank #66)
Coastline
3,444
km
Highest Point
Fan Si Pan (3,144 m)
Lowest Point
South China Sea (0 m)
Area Comparison
Vietnam
331,212 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Vietnam is 3.4% the size of the United States.
Climate
Tropical in south; monsoon in north with hot, rainy season and warm, dry season
Terrain
Low, flat delta in south and north; central highlands; hilly and mountainous in far north and northwest
Natural Resources
Petroleum
Coal
Manganese
Rare Earths
Bauxite
Chromate
Timber
Hydropower
Phosphates
Land Use
22.0%
45.0%
33.0%
Arable: 22.0%
Forest: 45.0%
Other: 33.0%
Bordering Countries
Vietnam on the Map
Region
Asia
South-Eastern Asia
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Vietnam?
Vietnam covers an area of 331,212 km², ranking #66 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Vietnam?
Tropical in south; monsoon in north with hot, rainy season and warm, dry season
What is the highest point in Vietnam?
The highest point in Vietnam is Fan Si Pan (3,144 m).
What natural resources does Vietnam have?
Vietnam's natural resources include Petroleum, Coal, Manganese, Rare Earths, Bauxite, Chromate, Timber, Hydropower, Phosphates.
Which countries border Vietnam?
Vietnam shares land borders with Cambodia, China, Laos.