Latitude and Longitude of Costa Rica
9° 56' 2.0" N, 84° 5' 5.6" W
Located in Central America, Costa Rica is positioned in the Northern Hemisphere and bordered by Nicaragua to the north and Panama to the southeast. Its geographic centroid is approximately 9.93° N latitude and 84.08° W longitude, giving it a distinct shape characterized by mountainous regions and coastal plains. Users may look up coordinates for Costa Rica to facilitate various applications such as geocoding, navigation, and mapping projects. Additionally, accurate coordinates are essential for planning in relation to the country's time zone, which is Central Standard Time, aligning with logistical and travel considerations.
Costa Rica Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 9.933880, -84.084890
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 9°56'2.0"N 84°5'5.6"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 9°56.033'N 84°5.093'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 16N 819678E 1099506N
- Geohash · base32 index
- d1u0w87m0
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 66XQWWM8+H25
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:9.933880,-84.084890
Major Cities in Costa Rica
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| San José | 9.933880 | -84.084890 | 335,007 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which continent and region is Costa Rica located, and how can I read its coordinates?
Costa Rica is situated in North America, specifically in Central America. Its coordinates, approximately 9.93° N latitude and 84.08° W longitude, indicate its position north of the equator and west of the Prime Meridian.
What is the time zone of Costa Rica, and how does its longitudinal span affect this?
Costa Rica operates on Central Standard Time (CST), which is UTC-6. The country's longitudinal span ensures that it maintains this time zone year-round, without observing daylight saving time.
How can I pinpoint cities or sub-regions within Costa Rica using this country page?
To locate specific cities or sub-regions in Costa Rica, you can use the provided coordinates to search within mapping applications. Additionally, the country page may offer links or references to major cities and regions for easier navigation.