Algiers, Algeria — GPS Coordinates
36° 43' 56.1" N, 3° 5' 14.9" E
| Country | Algeria |
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | 2,364,230 |
| Timezone | Africa/Algiers |
| UTC offset | UTC+1 |
Located in the northern part of Algeria along the Mediterranean coast, Algiers is positioned at coordinates 36.7323° N latitude and 3.0875° E longitude. It is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north and is near the Tell Atlas mountain range, which influences its climate and geography.
These coordinates can be utilized for various practical applications, such as obtaining driving directions, sharing specific locations with others, or geotagging photos taken in the city. By inputting the coordinates into a GPS device or mapping application, users can easily navigate to Algiers or mark it for future reference.
Geographic Facts About Algiers
- Sunrise
- 06:01
- local time, 10 August
- Sunset
- 19:46
- local time, 10 August
- Day length
- 13h 45m
- 10 August
- UTC offset
- UTC+1
- Africa/Algiers
- Antipode
- -36.732250, -176.912540
- the point on the exact opposite side of the Earth
Sun times are computed from the coordinates for the date shown, in the city's local time, and are accurate to within a few minutes.
Algiers Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 36.732250, 3.087460
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 36°43'56.1"N 3°5'14.9"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 36°43.935'N 3°5.248'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 31N 507809E 4065174N
- Geohash · base32 index
- snd0yqbhz
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 8F85P3JP+WX4
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:36.732250,3.087460
Distances from Algiers
| City | Distance | Miles | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baraki | 7 km | 5 mi | S (174°) |
| Bab Ezzouar | 9 km | 5 mi | E (95°) |
| Bordj el Kiffan | 10 km | 6 mi | E (79°) |
| Rouiba | 17 km | 11 mi | E (88°) |
| Blida | 37 km | 23 mi | SW (219°) |
| Médéa | 60 km | 37 mi | SSW (210°) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the precise coordinates for Algiers?
The precise coordinates for Algiers are 36.7323° N latitude and 3.0875° E longitude. To read these coordinates, note that the first number indicates north-south position, while the second indicates east-west position.
What time zone is Algiers in, and what does that mean for UTC?
Algiers is in the Africa/Algiers time zone, which has a UTC offset of +1 hour. This means that the local time is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time.
How can I use the coordinates of Algiers with a navigation system?
To use the coordinates of Algiers in a maps app or navigation system, simply enter 36.7323, 3.0875 into the search bar. This will direct you to the specific location within the city.
City coordinates are sourced from the GeoNames gazetteer and expressed in the WGS84 datum. Read more about where this data comes from.