Geography of Asia
Geography of Asia: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Asia
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Coordinates: 34°2′52.4″N 100°37′10.9″E (34.0479, 100.6197)
Quick facts about Asia
| Type | Continent |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 34°2′52.4″N 100°37′10.9″E (34.0479, 100.6197) |
| Population | 4.750.000.000 |
| Area | 17.212.427 sq mi |
| Local time | 2:58 PM (UTC+08:00) |
| Best months | January, July and August |
| Climate | Polar |
Geography by country in Asia
33 countries mapped in this atlas
Geography by lake in Asia
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
Summary
Asia is a continent. Asia is the largest and most populous continent, running from the Arabian Peninsula and the Himalaya to the Pacific archipelagos. It has a population of about 4.75 billion.
Right now it is 51°F (10°C) in Asia with thunderstorm. It feels like 47°F. Today runs from 33°F to 53°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.3/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Asia is January, July and August. The climate is polar. April, May and October tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 55°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 0°F.
The closest major airport is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), about 973 mi away. Nearby highlights include Jiuzhaigou Valley, Khao Sok National Park, Komodo National Park and Sagarmatha National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 53°F is in line with the 54°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Asia today at 9.3/10. Overnight lows near 33°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Asia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23° | 0° | 0,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 25° | 1° | 0,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 29° | 6° | 1,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 37° | 15° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 43° | 23° | 4,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 47° | 29° | 5,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 55° | 34° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 54° | 34° | 4,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 52° | 31° | 5,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 38° | 17° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 29° | 8° | 0,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 27° | 6° | 0,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Asia?
Asia is a continent. Its coordinates are 34.0479, 100.6197.
What is the weather like in Asia right now?
It is currently 51°F (10°C) with thunderstorm. Humidity is 82% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Asia?
January, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Asia, which has a polar climate. April, May and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Asia in?
Asia observes Asia/Shanghai (UTC+08:00). The local time is 2:58 PM.
How many people live in Asia?
Asia has a population of approximately 4.75 billion.
What is the nearest airport to Asia?
The closest airports are Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), 973 mi away, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), 2.279 mi away and Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), 3.742 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Asia?
Popular options include Jiuzhaigou Valley, Khao Sok National Park, Komodo National Park, Sagarmatha National Park, Amber Fort and Angkor Wat.
What places are in Asia?
Asia covers 34 places in this atlas, including Japan, Thailand, Lake Baikal, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Bangladesh.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (continents) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 2:58 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
