Baku, Azerbaijan — GPS Coordinates
40° 22' 39.6" N, 49° 53' 31.2" E
| Country | Azerbaijan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 1,116,513 |
| Timezone | Asia/Baku |
| UTC offset | UTC+4 |
Located on the western shore of the Caspian Sea, Baku is the capital of Azerbaijan and a significant cultural and economic center in the region. It is situated in the eastern part of the country, bordered by the Absheron Peninsula, and is known for its rich history and modern architecture.
The coordinates 40.3777, 49.8920 can be utilized for various practical applications, including obtaining driving directions, sharing drop-pins with others, or geotagging photos taken in the city. These precise coordinates pinpoint locations in Baku, making it easier to navigate and explore this vibrant metropolis.
Geographic Facts About Baku
- Sunrise
- 05:46
- local time, 9 August
- Sunset
- 19:48
- local time, 9 August
- Day length
- 14h 02m
- 9 August
- UTC offset
- UTC+4
- Asia/Baku
- Antipode
- -40.377670, -130.107990
- 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.
Baku Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 40.377670, 49.892010
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 40°22'39.6"N 49°53'31.2"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 40°22.660'N 49°53.521'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 39N 405944E 4470265N
- Geohash · base32 index
- tp5mxqd2b
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 8HGF9VHR+3R6
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:40.377670,49.892010
Distances from Baku
| City | Distance | Miles | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sumqayıt | 30 km | 19 mi | NW (321°) |
| Pārsābād, Iran | 187 km | 116 mi | WSW (245°) |
| Lankaran | 201 km | 125 mi | SSW (207°) |
| Derbent, Russia | 231 km | 143 mi | NW (325°) |
| Yevlakh | 233 km | 145 mi | W (277°) |
| Mingachevir | 243 km | 151 mi | W (281°) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the precise coordinates for Baku?
The precise coordinates for Baku are 40.3777° N latitude and 49.8920° E longitude. To read these coordinates, note that the first number represents latitude (north-south position) and the second number represents longitude (east-west position).
What time zone is Baku in, and what does the UTC offset mean?
Baku is in the Asia/Baku time zone, which operates at UTC+4. This means that Baku is four hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time.
How can I use Baku's coordinates with a maps app or navigation system?
To use the coordinates 40.3777, 49.8920 in a maps app or navigation system, simply enter them into the search bar or location input. Most applications will recognize the format and provide directions or information about the specified location.
City coordinates are sourced from the GeoNames gazetteer and expressed in the WGS84 datum. Read more about where this data comes from.