25° 3' 29.6" N, 77° 20' 35.0" W
Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Bahamas is an archipelago consisting of numerous islands and cays. It lies in North America, primarily situated between the latitudes of 20° and 27° N and the longitudes of 72° and 80° W, sharing maritime borders with Cuba and the United States. Coordinates for the Bahamas are essential for various applications including geocoding, navigation, and mapping projects. They assist in time-zone planning and help travelers and researchers accurately locate specific sites across the islands.
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nassau | 25.058230 | -77.343060 | 227,940 |
The Bahamas is located in the North American continent, specifically in the Atlantic region. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 25.06° N latitude and 77.34° W longitude, where latitude indicates its position north of the equator and longitude indicates its position west of the Prime Meridian.
The Bahamas operates on Eastern Standard Time (EST), which is UTC-5. The longitudinal span of the country ranges from approximately 72° to 80° W, influencing its local time in relation to Coordinated Universal Time.
To pinpoint cities or sub-regions in the Bahamas, utilize the search functionality on the country page. Enter the name of a specific island or city, and the site will provide the corresponding geographic coordinates for accurate location referencing.