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Neighboring Countries of Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas) has no land borders with any other country — it is surrounded by sea.
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Geography of Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
Location
Southern South America, islands in the South Atlantic Ocean, about 500 km east of southern Argentina
Area
12,173 km² — slightly smaller than Connecticut
Terrain
Rocky, hilly, mountainous with some boggy, undulating plains
Climate
Cold marine; strong westerly winds, cloudy, humid; rain occurs on more than half of days in year; average annual rainfall is 60 cm in Stanley; occasional snow all year, except in January and February, but typically does not accumulate
Highest and lowest points
Highest: Mount Usborne 705 m. Lowest: Atlantic Ocean 0 m.
Natural resources
Fish, squid, wildlife, calcified seaweed, sphagnum moss
Natural hazards
Strong winds persist throughout the year
Good to know
Deeply indented coast provides good natural harbors; short growing season
Frequently asked questions about the borders of Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
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Borders and geography: CIA World Factbook (public domain).