Xi’an, China — GPS Coordinates
34° 15' 30.0" N, 108° 55' 43.0" E
| Country | China |
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 9,600,000 |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| UTC offset | UTC+8 |
Located in the central part of China, Xi’an is an inland city in Shaanxi Province, known for its historical significance as the eastern terminus of the Silk Road. It is positioned near the Wei River and surrounded by the Qin Mountains, offering a rich cultural landscape.
The geographic coordinates 34.2583, 108.9286 are useful for various applications, including obtaining driving directions, sharing drop-pin locations with others, or geotagging photos taken in this historically rich city. These coordinates can enhance navigation and location-based services effectively.
Geographic Facts About Xi’an
- Sunrise
- 06:01
- local time, 9 August
- Sunset
- 19:40
- local time, 9 August
- Day length
- 13h 39m
- 9 August
- UTC offset
- UTC+8
- Asia/Shanghai
- Antipode
- -34.258330, -71.071390
- 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.
Xi’an Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 34.258330, 108.928610
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 34°15'30.0"N 108°55'43.0"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 34°15.500'N 108°55.717'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 49N 309277E 3792741N
- Geohash · base32 index
- wqj6ysx3h
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 8P6C7W5H+8CQ
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:34.258330,108.928610
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the precise coordinates for Xi'an?
The precise coordinates for Xi'an are 34.2583° N latitude and 108.9286° E longitude. To read these coordinates, note that latitude indicates the north-south position, while longitude indicates the east-west position.
What time zone is Xi'an in, and what is its UTC offset?
Xi'an is in the Asia/Shanghai time zone, which has a UTC offset of +8 hours. This means that Xi'an is 8 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time.
How can I use the coordinates of Xi'an in a maps app or navigation system?
To use the coordinates in a maps app or navigation system, simply enter '34.2583, 108.9286' into the search bar. This will pinpoint the location on the map, allowing for navigation or exploration of nearby areas.
City coordinates are sourced from the GeoNames gazetteer and expressed in the WGS84 datum. Read more about where this data comes from.