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Country Facts:
United Kingdom vs. Somalia

Learn about the similarities and differences between United Kingdom and Somalia by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

United Kingdom vs. Somalia - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of United Kingdom is 93 628 mi², while the surface area of Somalia is 246 201 mi². This means that the area of Somalia is 163% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
93 628 mi²
246 201 mi²

Coastline length

United Kingdom has a coastline of 7 723.0 mi, while Somalia has a coastline of 2 071.0 mi.

7 723.0 mi
2 071.0 mi

Largest city

The largest city in the United Kingdom is London, with a population of about 8 630 000 people. In contrast, the largest city in Somalia is Mogadishu, where the population is 2 120 000.

8 630 000 ppl
2 120 000 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in the United Kingdom is Ben Nevis, its height is 4 406 ft. The highest peak in Somalia is Shimbiris, which rises to a height of 8 038 ft.

4 406 ft
Ben Nevis
8 038 ft
Shimbiris

Highest recorded temperature

101.3°F
Faversham, Kent
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Lowest recorded temperature

-17°F
Braemar, Aberdeenshire / Altnaharra, Sutherland
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Society

United Kingdom vs. Somalia - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of United Kingdom is about 67 886 011, while Somalia is home to 15 893 222 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
67 886 011 ppl
15 893 222 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in the United Kingdom and 55.3 years in Somalia.

81.3 years
55.3 years

Average age

The average age is 40.6 years in the United Kingdom and 18.5 years in Somalia.

40.6 years
18.5 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is 0.48% in the United Kingdom and 2.35% in Somalia.

0.48%
2.35%

Literacy

99.0%
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Language

In the United Kingdom, the main language is English, and in Somalia the primary language is Somali.

english
somali

Religion

In the United Kingdom, the main religion is Christianity; in Somalia, the main religion is Islam.

christianity
islam

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 436 000 ppl
Ranking: 55/179
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Economy

GDP per capita

45 853 Int$
Ranking: 62/194
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Currency

United Kingdom: Pound Sterling (GBP). Somalia: Somali Shilling (SOS).

Tools: Currency Calculator
GBP
Pound Sterling
SOS
Somali Shilling

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in the United Kingdom: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: G). Electricity in Somalia: frequency and voltage are 220V 50 Hz (plug type: C).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: G
220V 50 Hz
Plug type: C

Driving side

United Kingdom has left-hand traffic, Somalia has right-hand traffic.

left-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

USDGBPEURSOS

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: United Kingdom - June, July, August; Somalia - January, February.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2
Do not travel
Level 4

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
Traveler's essential: With or Without a Visa?
Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa on arrival
A visa is required, but it is possible to obtain it at selected border crossing points (visa on arrival).

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B84 USD - 110 USD
T147 USD - 202 USD
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