Puerto Rico Coordinates (18.2000° N, 66.5000° W) & Highest Point

Puerto Rico is a notable island in United States. It is located at approximately 18.2000° N, 66.5000° W. Its highest point is about 1,338 m above sea level.

Location: United States

Region: Caribbean

Type: Island

Coordinates: 18.2000° N, 66.5000° W

Highest point: 1,338 m

Common Questions About Puerto Rico

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Where Puerto Rico is located

Puerto Rico is located in United States, in the region of Caribbean. Its coordinates are approximately 18.2000° N, 66.5000° W.

Puerto Rico importance

This island is considered significant within United States for its distinctive geography and the way it anchors regional travel and mapping. It often appears in itineraries, educational materials, and maps that explain the broader region.

Puerto Rico geography

The surrounding landscape combines local relief, climate, and land use patterns typical of United States. Visitors encounter a mix of natural features and human activity shaped by the region's history and environment, from transport routes and settlements to protected areas and scenic viewpoints.

Puerto Rico climate

The best time to visit generally aligns with the region's mild and more settled seasons, when visibility is good and local services operate on regular schedules. Travelers should always check current climate and access conditions before planning a trip.

Puerto Rico facts

Reference works often highlight Puerto Rico when explaining the geography of United States. Its coordinates and highest point make it a convenient reference point for understanding relief, climate zones, and transport corridors in the wider area.

CountryUnited States

RegionCaribbean

Coordinates18.2000° N, 66.5000° W

Highest point1,338 m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Puerto Rico located?

Puerto Rico is located in United States, in the region of Caribbean.

What type of place is Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico is a notable island in United States.

What are the coordinates of Puerto Rico?

Puerto Rico is located at approximately 18.2000° N, 66.5000° W.