Latitude and Longitude of Maldives
4° 10' 30.8" N, 73° 30' 33.0" E
Located in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is an archipelago nation in Asia, positioned in the southern hemisphere. The country comprises 26 atolls and is situated southwest of India and Sri Lanka, characterized by its elongated shape stretching across the equator. Individuals may seek out the Maldives' coordinates for various purposes such as geocoding applications, navigation, and mapping projects. Understanding the specific coordinates can also assist in time-zone planning, helping travelers and researchers pinpoint the best local times for activities or communications.
Maldives Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 4.175210, 73.509160
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 4°10'30.8"N 73°30'33.0"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 4°10.513'N 73°30.550'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 43N 334526E 461651N
- Geohash · base32 index
- t8srb8pdr
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 6JPM5GG5+3MM
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:4.175210,73.509160
Major Cities in Maldives
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 4.175210 | 73.509160 | 103,693 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which continent and region is the Maldives located, and how can I interpret its coordinates?
The Maldives is located in Asia, specifically in the Indian Ocean region. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 4.18° N latitude and 73.51° E longitude, which can be read as degrees north of the equator and degrees east of the Prime Meridian.
What is the time zone of the Maldives, and how does its longitudinal span affect local time?
The Maldives operates on Maldives Time (MVT), which is UTC+5. This time zone is consistent across the country, despite its longitudinal span, ensuring that all islands follow the same local time.
How can I find specific cities or sub-regions within the Maldives using the country page?
To pinpoint cities or sub-regions in the Maldives, use the search feature on the country page. Enter the name of the city or area you are interested in to retrieve its precise coordinates and additional geographic information.