Latitude and Longitude of Iran
35° 41' 39.8" N, 51° 25' 17.4" E
Situated in the Middle East, Iran is located in the Northern Hemisphere, bordered by several countries including Turkey, Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. Its geographic centroid is approximately at coordinates 35.69° N latitude and 51.42° E longitude, forming a broad, elongated shape that stretches from the Caspian Sea in the north to the Persian Gulf in the south. Individuals may look up coordinates in Iran for various reasons, such as utilizing geocoding apps for accurate location data, navigating through the region, or for mapping projects that require precise geographical information. Additionally, understanding its time zone is crucial for international travel and business planning in this pivotal country of the Middle East.
Iran Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 35.694390, 51.421510
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 35°41'39.8"N 51°25'17.4"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 35°41.663'N 51°25.291'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 39N 538136E 3950135N
- Geohash · base32 index
- tnke41unb
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 8H7HMCVC+QJ2
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:35.694390,51.421510
Major Cities in Iran
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tehran | 35.694390 | 51.421510 | 7,153,309 |
| Mashhad | 36.298070 | 59.605670 | 2,307,177 |
| Isfahan | 32.652460 | 51.674620 | 1,547,164 |
| Karaj | 35.832660 | 50.991550 | 1,448,075 |
| Tabriz | 38.080000 | 46.291900 | 1,424,641 |
| Shiraz | 29.610310 | 52.531130 | 1,249,942 |
| Qom | 34.640100 | 50.876400 | 900,000 |
| Ahvaz | 31.319010 | 48.684200 | 841,145 |
| Kermanshah | 34.314170 | 47.065000 | 621,100 |
| Rasht | 37.276110 | 49.588620 | 594,590 |
| Kerman | 30.283210 | 57.078790 | 577,514 |
| Orūmīyeh | 37.552740 | 45.076050 | 577,307 |
| Zahedan | 29.496300 | 60.862900 | 551,980 |
| Hamadān | 34.799220 | 48.514560 | 528,256 |
| Āzādshahr | 34.790490 | 48.570110 | 514,102 |
| Arāk | 34.094930 | 49.698090 | 503,647 |
| Yazd | 31.897220 | 54.367500 | 477,905 |
| Eslamshahr | 35.552220 | 51.235040 | 450,000 |
| Ardabīl | 38.249800 | 48.293300 | 410,753 |
| Abadan | 30.339200 | 48.304300 | 370,180 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which region and continent is Iran located, and how can I read its coordinates?
Iran is located in the Middle East, which is part of the continent of Asia. Its coordinates are expressed in degrees of latitude and longitude, with the first number representing latitude (35.69° N) and the second number representing longitude (51.42° E).
What is the time zone of Iran, and how does its longitudinal span affect it?
Iran operates on Iran Standard Time (IRST), which is UTC+3:30. The country's longitudinal span influences its local time, as regions further east or west can experience significant differences in sunrise and sunset times.
How can I pinpoint specific cities or sub-regions within Iran using the country page?
To pinpoint cities or sub-regions in Iran, you can use the coordinates provided on the country page to search for specific locations or utilize mapping tools that allow you to input coordinates for precise navigation.