Bermuda's Geography | Bermuda Geography

Location: North America, group of islands in the North Atlantic Ocean, east of South Carolina (US)

Geographic coordinates: 32 20 N, 64 45 W

Map references: North America

Area: Total: 53.3 sq km land: 53.3 sq km water: 0 sq km

Area - comparative: About one-third the size of Washington, DC

Land boundaries: 0 km

Coastline: 103 km

Maritime claims: Territorial sea: 12 nm exclusive fishing zone: 200 nm

Climate: Subtropical; mild, humid; gales, strong winds common in winter

Terrain: Low hills separated by fertile depressions

Elevation extremes: Lowest point: Atlantic Ocean 0 m highest point: Town Hill 76 m

Natural resources: Limestone, pleasant climate fostering tourism

Land use: Arable land: 20% permanent crops: 0% other: 80% (55% developed, 45% rural/open space) (2001)

Irrigated land: NA

Natural hazards: Hurricanes (June to November)

Environment - current issues: Asbestos disposal; water pollution; preservation of open space; sustainable development

Environment - international agreements:

Geography - note: Consists of about 138 coral islands and islets with ample rainfall, but no rivers or freshwater lakes; some land was leased by US Government from 1941 to 1995

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