Geography of Wales
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
243,610
km² (rank #80)
Coastline
12,429
km
Highest Point
Ben Nevis (1,345 m)
Lowest Point
The Fens (-4 m)
Area Comparison
Wales
243,610 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Wales is 2.5% the size of the United States.
Climate
Temperate maritime, moderated by the Gulf Stream; mild winters and cool summers with frequent rainfall
Terrain
Rolling lowlands in south and east, uplands and mountains in north and west
Natural Resources
Coal
Petroleum
Natural Gas
Iron Ore
Lead
Zinc
Gold
Tin
Limestone
Salt
Clay
Land Use
25.1%
13.0%
61.9%
Arable: 25.1%
Forest: 13.0%
Other: 61.9%
Bordering Countries
Wales on the Map
Region
Europe
Northern Europe
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Wales?
Wales covers an area of 243,610 km², ranking #80 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Wales?
Temperate maritime, moderated by the Gulf Stream; mild winters and cool summers with frequent rainfall
What is the highest point in Wales?
The highest point in Wales is Ben Nevis (1,345 m).
What natural resources does Wales have?
Wales's natural resources include Coal, Petroleum, Natural Gas, Iron Ore, Lead, Zinc, Gold, Tin, Limestone, Salt, Clay.
Which countries border Wales?
Wales shares land borders with Ireland.