Latitude and Longitude of Eritrea
15° 20' 17.0" N, 38° 55' 54.6" E
Located in the Horn of Africa, Eritrea lies in the northeastern part of the continent, bordered by Sudan to the west, Ethiopia to the south, and Djibouti to the southeast. It extends into the Red Sea, giving it a strategic maritime position. The country’s geographic coordinates are approximately 15.34° N latitude and 38.93° E longitude, placing it in the northern hemisphere. Individuals may seek to look up coordinates in Eritrea for various purposes, such as using geocoding applications, navigation, and mapping projects. Understanding these coordinates can also aid in time-zone planning and regional analysis, essential for travelers and researchers alike.
Eritrea Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 15.338050, 38.931840
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 15°20'17.0"N 38°55'54.6"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 15°20.283'N 38°55.910'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 37N 492684E 1695718N
- Geohash · base32 index
- sfexmbjq9
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 7G7W8WQJ+6PG
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:15.338050,38.931840
Major Cities in Eritrea
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asmara | 15.338050 | 38.931840 | 563,930 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which continent is Eritrea located and how can I read its coordinates?
Eritrea is located in Africa. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 15.34° N latitude and 38.93° E longitude, which means it is situated in the northern hemisphere and eastern longitude.
What time zone does Eritrea fall under and what is its longitudinal span?
Eritrea operates on East Africa Time (EAT), which is UTC+3. The country's longitudinal span is approximately from 36° E to 44° E.
How can I pinpoint cities or sub-regions within Eritrea using the country page?
To locate specific cities or sub-regions in Eritrea, you can use the provided geographic coordinates to search in mapping tools or geocoding services that allow you to explore detailed areas within the country.