Latitude and Longitude of Iraq

Latitude
33.3406°
N
Longitude
44.4009°
E

33° 20' 26.1" N, 44° 24' 3.2" E

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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.

Major Cities in Iraq

CityLatitudeLongitudePopulation
Baghdad33.34058044.4008807,216,000
Al Mawşil al Jadīdah36.33271043.1055502,065,597
Al Başrah al Qadīmah30.50316047.8150702,015,483
Mosul36.33500043.1188901,683,000
Erbil36.19117044.0094301,612,700
Basrah30.50852047.7804001,326,564
Karbala32.61603044.0248801,218,732
Kirkuk35.46806044.3922201,031,000
Abū Ghurayb33.30563044.184770900,000
Sulaymaniyah35.56496045.432900878,146
Nasiriyah31.05799046.257260558,400
Najaf32.02594044.346250482,576
Al Hillah32.46367044.419630455,700
Al Maḩmūdīyah33.06221044.365640350,000
Dihok36.86608042.987900340,900
Al ‘Amārah31.83561047.144830323,302
Al Diwaniyah31.99289044.925520318,801
Al-Kut32.51280045.818170315,162
Al Qurnah31.01547047.433620286,073
Al Madīnah30.96324047.269980255,000

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.

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