Latitude and Longitude of Burkina Faso

Latitude
12.3657°
N
Longitude
1.5339°
W

12° 21' 56.4" N, 1° 32' 2.0" W

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Located in West Africa, Burkina Faso lies predominantly in the Northern Hemisphere and is bordered by Mali to the north and Niger to the east. The country's geographic centroid is approximately 12.37° N latitude and 1.53° W longitude, contributing to its roughly rectangular shape. Individuals may seek the coordinates of Burkina Faso for various purposes, including geocoding applications, navigation, and mapping projects. Understanding the geographical context can aid in planning across different time zones or in identifying specific locations within the country for travel or research purposes.

Major Cities in Burkina Faso

CityLatitudeLongitudePopulation
Ouagadougou12.365660-1.5338802,415,266
Bobo-Dioulasso11.180640-4.294890904,920
Koudougou12.251880-2.366940160,239
Saaba12.371360-1.414680136,011
Ouahigouya13.576900-2.417860124,587
Kaya13.088300-1.083680121,970
Banfora10.640640-4.752850117,452

Frequently Asked Questions

Which continent is Burkina Faso located in and how can I read its coordinates?

Burkina Faso is situated in Africa. Its coordinates are expressed in degrees of latitude and longitude, with 12.37° N indicating its position north of the Equator and 1.53° W indicating its position west of the Prime Meridian.

What is the time zone of Burkina Faso and what is its longitudinal range?

Burkina Faso operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) without daylight saving time. The country's longitudinal range spans approximately from 0° to 3° W.

How can I find specific cities or regions within Burkina Faso using the country page?

To pinpoint cities or sub-regions within Burkina Faso, you can use the GPS coordinates listed on the country page. Entering specific coordinates in geocoding apps will help you locate key areas and cities.

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