Latitude and Longitude of Guinea-Bissau
11° 51' 48.9" N, 15° 35' 51.6" W
Located on the west coast of Africa, Guinea-Bissau lies in the Northern Hemisphere and shares borders with Senegal to the north and Guinea to the southeast. Its geographic centroid is approximately 11.86° N latitude and 15.60° W longitude, characterizing its position within the broader African continent and contributing to its distinct cultural and ecological diversity. Individuals may seek to look up coordinates in Guinea-Bissau for various purposes, including geocoding applications, navigation, and mapping projects. Understanding the specific coordinates aids in time-zone planning and enhances accuracy for travelers or researchers interested in this region's geography and infrastructure.
Guinea-Bissau Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 11.863570, -15.597670
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 11°51'48.9"N 15°35'51.6"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 11°51.814'N 15°35.860'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 28N 434905E 1311537N
- Geohash · base32 index
- edhgmpdn7
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 7C36VC72+CWG
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:11.863570,-15.597670
Major Cities in Guinea-Bissau
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bissau | 11.863570 | -15.597670 | 439,704 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which continent and region does Guinea-Bissau lie, and how can I read its coordinates?
Guinea-Bissau is located in Africa, specifically on the west coast. Its coordinates are expressed in degrees of latitude and longitude, with the latitude of approximately 11.86° N and longitude of about 15.60° W.
What is the time zone of Guinea-Bissau, and how does its longitudinal span affect it?
Guinea-Bissau operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), without daylight saving time adjustments. Its longitudinal position around 15.60° W places it within the GMT time zone.
How can I pinpoint specific cities or sub-regions within Guinea-Bissau using the country page?
To pinpoint cities or sub-regions within Guinea-Bissau, you can refer to the GPS coordinates listed for various locations on the country page. This will help you locate urban centers and notable regions accurately.