World Map with Oceans and Seas of the World Map [PDF]
World Map Oceans
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Are you looking for a world map with oceans or seas of the world map for teaching, learning, or other purposes? Look no further! Download here several versions of a printable world map of all the oceans for free as PDF or image files.
All our maps are perfect for use in the classroom or for any other purpose where you need a world map with the oceans labeled. Our first world map with countries and oceans additionally includes many lakes and rivers.
Additionally, we offer many other world maps to explore, download, and print for free. And if you are teaching your kids or students about the world’s geography, check out our world map worksheets!
Seas of the World Map
The following map is a variation of our first map of oceans and seas. However, this one does not include the country or continent names. This makes it easier to see rivers and the large lakes marked on the map. This map shows pretty much every larger water body on the planet!
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Of course, the map, far and foremost, gives you all the names and locations of the 7 oceans of the world. However, important seas like the Mediterranean Sea, the Caspian Sea, the North Sea, the Baltic Sea, the Caribbean Sea, the Aegean Sea, and the Bering Strait are included, too.
We offer another version of this world map with oceans and seas further below to give you even more choices.
Blank World Map with Oceans
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The above map is a blank map of the oceans and continents. In contrast to earlier variations of this map, it includes neither lakes or rivers nor country or continent names. However, it shows all the borders between the countries. This is an excellent alternative to our other blank world maps, most of which do not include colored water bodies.
Also, check out our labeled world maps and our world maps with latitudes and longitudes! Many of them have the oceans and seas labeled as well. However, these and similar maps are the most detailed maps of the seas because they include the Norwegian, Arabian, Black, Scotia, and East Siberian Sea.
World Map with Ocean Names
Here is a simple map of the world’s oceans, which only indicates their names and shows our planet’s landmasses. The names of the land areas are not included, though.
Note that the map above is centered on the Americas.
Labeled Map of the World with Oceans
The oceans of the world contain salt water and cover approximately 71% of the Earth’s surface. They are essential to life on our planet, providing food and resources and supporting a rich variety of plants and animals.
Additionally, the oceans play a significant role in regulating the Earth’s climate. They absorb carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases from the atmosphere, which helps to balance the planet’s temperature.
Here is a colored continents and oceans map, including the names of the world’s countries.
Our older maps are only available in one size, while we offer newer maps in A4 and A5 format.
How Many Oceans Are There in the World?
There are five oceans on planet Earth. These are (from largest to smallest) the Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Southern Ocean, and Arctic Ocean. The Southern Ocean is also referred to as the Antarctic Ocean. All oceans combined make the Global Ocean or World Ocean.
Another figurative term for the different oceans and their subdivisions is “The Seven Seas”. In this context, the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans are subdivided into northern and southern parts. Therefore, one can also speak of the 7 oceans of the world: North Pacific, South Pacific, North Atlantic, South Atlantic, Indian Ocean, Southern Ocean, and Arctic Ocean.
The Pacific Ocean is the largest and covers more than 30% of the Earth’s surface. It stretches from the Arctic in the north to the southern tip of South America. The Pacific Ocean is home to many island nations, such as Fiji and Papua New Guinea. The Pacific Islands are divided into Polynesia, Micronesia, and Melanesia.
The Pacific Ocean also contains the deepest point on Earth. The Mariana Trench south of Japan and east of Taiwan and the Philippines has a maximum known depth of 36,037 feet (10,984 meters). The deepest part of the trench is called the Challenger Deep, which thus has the most incredible ocean depth on our planet.
However, the Mariana Trench is one of many deep water areas in the Pacific. Others include the Tonga Trench, east of Australia, and the Kermadec Trench, north of New Zealand. These trenches are all part of the “Ring of Fire” – an area around the Pacific where many earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur.
Physical Map of World with Oceans Labeled
Here is a physical world map with oceans showing no other features.
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The water of the oceans and seas of the world is salt water. According to Wikipedia, seawater in all the world’s oceans has an average salinity of about 3.5% (35 g/L, 35 ppt, 600 mM). This means every kilogram (approximately one liter) of seawater contains roughly 35 grams (1.2 oz) of dissolved salts.
One might think that the Dead Sea – where swimmers are floating – is the saltiest water body on planet Earth. But that is not true! The small hypersaline lake “Gaet’ale Pond” in Ethiopia has the highest salinity. With 43%, it is more than 12 times as salty as the average ocean or sea on the planet!
Map of the World with Oceans and Continents Labeled
The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest ocean, covering about 20% of the Earth’s surface from the Arctic in the north to the southern tip of Africa in the south. The Atlantic Ocean is divided into two parts: the North Atlantic Ocean and the South Atlantic Ocean.
Below is a straightforward world map with oceans and continents, this time without any country names or borders.
The Indian Ocean is the third largest ocean and covers about 15% of the Earth’s surface. It stretches from the southern tip of Africa in the west to Indonesia in the east. The Indian Ocean is home to island nations like Madagascar and Mauritius.
Also, the Indian Ocean is a vital trading route for many countries. The major shipping lanes in the Indian Ocean are called the Malacca Straits, the Lombok Strait, and the Mozambique Channel. The Indian Ocean is also home to some of the world’s busiest ports, such as Singapore, Mumbai, and Colombo.
The Southern Ocean, or Antarctic Ocean, is the second-smallest of the five oceans of our planet. It comprises the world’s southernmost waters south of 60° S latitude and encircles Antarctica.
The Southern Ocean is home to diverse marine life, including penguins, seals, whales, and various fish. However, the effects of global warming are threatening this delicate ecosystem. Warmer ocean temperatures are causing the ice shelves to break up, which in turn is affecting the animals that rely on them for food and shelter. As the ice shelves and permafrost melt, they also release large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, exacerbating the effects of climate change.
Labeled Map of the World with Oceans
The world’s smallest ocean is the Arctic Ocean, with an area of approximately 5,427,000 square miles (14,090,000 square kilometers). It is located at the North Pole and is almost surrounded by land. The countries bordering the Arctic Ocean are Canada, Denmark (Greenland), Iceland, Norway, Russia, and the United States (Alaska).
The Arctic Ocean is relatively shallow, with an average depth of approximately 3,400 feet (1,040 meters). It is home to various marine life, including seals, walruses, whales, and different fish species.
The Arctic Ocean is undergoing significant changes due to global warming. The region is warming faster than the rest of the planet, which impacts the ocean’s ecosystem. The melting of sea ice is causing changes in water circulation patterns and affecting the habitats of marine animals.
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The melting ice in the Arctic Ocean also affects the Gulfstream. The Gulfstream is a large ocean current that flows from the Gulf of Mexico up along the eastern coast of North America and then over to western Europe. The warm waters of the Gulfstream help to keep Europe ice-free, so a slowdown or change in this current could have a big impact on Europe’s climate.
A world map with oceans and continents is a great tool to teach and learn about the geography of planet Earth. This type of map can be used to show the locations of the world’s oceans and continents and the major bodies of water on each continent. A world ocean map can also be used to show the distribution of land and water on Earth and teach about the different climate zones around the world.
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