Latitude and Longitude of Mauritania
18° 5' 8.9" N, 15° 58' 42.6" W
Located in West Africa, Mauritania lies in the northern hemisphere and is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west, with Algeria to the northeast and Mali to the east and southeast. The country has a broad, rectangular shape, characterized by vast desert landscapes and a small coastal region. Individuals looking to find coordinates in Mauritania may utilize geocoding applications for navigation, mapping projects, or time-zone planning. Understanding the geographical layout can enhance travel logistics and improve location accuracy for various purposes.
Mauritania Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 18.085810, -15.978500
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 18°5'8.9"N 15°58'42.6"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 18°5.149'N 15°58.710'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 28N 396460E 1999954N
- Geohash · base32 index
- eehwukkv3
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 7CC632PC+8JC
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:18.085810,-15.978500
Major Cities in Mauritania
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nouakchott | 18.085810 | -15.978500 | 1,184,530 |
| Nouadhibou | 20.941880 | -17.038420 | 146,048 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which continent and region is Mauritania located, and how can I read its coordinates?
Mauritania is situated in Africa, specifically in the western part of the continent. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 18.09° N latitude and 15.98° W longitude, which can be read as degrees north and degrees west.
What is the time zone of Mauritania, and how does its longitudinal span affect it?
Mauritania operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), without any daylight saving time adjustments. Its longitudinal position means it experiences sunrise and sunset times that vary slightly across the country.
How can I pinpoint cities or sub-regions within Mauritania using the country page?
To locate cities or sub-regions in Mauritania, you can refer to the provided coordinates and use mapping tools available on the country page. Entering specific latitude and longitude values will help you find precise locations.