The Republic of Singapore is an island country located in Southeast Asia. It is about 581 square kilometers in size, making it about the size of Chicago. Singapore has a tropical rainforest climate due to its proximity to the equator, with hot and humid weather year-round and an average temperature of 32 degrees Celsius. The flag of Singapore features red, white, and a crescent moon with five stars, representing ideals of democracy, purity, and an ascending young nation.