Latitude and Longitude of Iraq
33° 20' 26.1" N, 44° 24' 3.2" E
Located in the Middle East, Iraq is situated in the northern hemisphere, bordered by Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, Kuwait to the southeast, Saudi Arabia to the south, Jordan to the southwest, and Syria to the west. The geographic centroid of Iraq is approximately at 33.34° N latitude and 44.40° E longitude, showcasing its central position in the region. Individuals may seek to look up coordinates in Iraq for various purposes such as using geocoding applications, planning navigation routes, or engaging in mapping projects. Additionally, understanding the coordinates can assist with time-zone planning, as Iraq operates on Arabia Standard Time (UTC+3), which is relevant for scheduling and communication across different regions.
Iraq Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 33.340580, 44.400880
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 33°20'26.1"N 44°24'3.2"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 33°20.435'N 44°24.053'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 38N 444248E 3689205N
- Geohash · base32 index
- svztdm7wz
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 8H568CR2+69J
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:33.340580,44.400880
Major Cities in Iraq
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baghdad | 33.340580 | 44.400880 | 7,216,000 |
| Al Mawşil al Jadīdah | 36.332710 | 43.105550 | 2,065,597 |
| Al Başrah al Qadīmah | 30.503160 | 47.815070 | 2,015,483 |
| Mosul | 36.335000 | 43.118890 | 1,683,000 |
| Erbil | 36.191170 | 44.009430 | 1,612,700 |
| Basrah | 30.508520 | 47.780400 | 1,326,564 |
| Karbala | 32.616030 | 44.024880 | 1,218,732 |
| Kirkuk | 35.468060 | 44.392220 | 1,031,000 |
| Abū Ghurayb | 33.305630 | 44.184770 | 900,000 |
| Sulaymaniyah | 35.564960 | 45.432900 | 878,146 |
| Nasiriyah | 31.057990 | 46.257260 | 558,400 |
| Najaf | 32.025940 | 44.346250 | 482,576 |
| Al Hillah | 32.463670 | 44.419630 | 455,700 |
| Al Maḩmūdīyah | 33.062210 | 44.365640 | 350,000 |
| Dihok | 36.866080 | 42.987900 | 340,900 |
| Al ‘Amārah | 31.835610 | 47.144830 | 323,302 |
| Al Diwaniyah | 31.992890 | 44.925520 | 318,801 |
| Al-Kut | 32.512800 | 45.818170 | 315,162 |
| Al Qurnah | 31.015470 | 47.433620 | 286,073 |
| Al Madīnah | 30.963240 | 47.269980 | 255,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which region and continent is Iraq located, and how do I read its coordinates?
Iraq is located in the Middle East, which is part of the Asian continent. Its coordinates are expressed in degrees of latitude and longitude, with Iraq's geographic centroid at approximately 33.34° N (latitude) and 44.40° E (longitude).
What is Iraq's time zone and how does its longitudinal span affect it?
Iraq is in the Arabia Standard Time zone, which is UTC+3. This time zone is consistent throughout the country, allowing for uniformity in scheduling and communication.
How can I pinpoint cities or sub-regions within Iraq using this country page?
To locate specific cities or sub-regions in Iraq, you can use the coordinates provided on this page in conjunction with mapping services. Inputting the coordinates can help you find major cities and landmarks in Iraq.