Latitude and Longitude of Myanmar
16° 48' 19.0" N, 96° 9' 22.0" E
Located in Southeast Asia, Myanmar is positioned in the northern hemisphere and shares borders with Bangladesh, India, China, Laos, and Thailand. Its geographic centroid is approximately 16.81° N latitude and 96.16° E longitude, giving it a broad, elongated shape that stretches from the Bay of Bengal to the mountainous regions of the north. Individuals may seek out Myanmar's coordinates for various purposes, including geocoding applications, navigation, and mapping projects. Understanding its geographic context is essential for time-zone planning and for those looking to explore the diverse regions within the country.
Myanmar Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 16.805280, 96.156110
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 16°48'19.0"N 96°9'22.0"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 16°48.317'N 96°9.367'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 47N 196872E 1860191N
- Geohash · base32 index
- w4urs569z
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 7M8RR544+4C9
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:16.805280,96.156110
Major Cities in Myanmar
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yangon | 16.805280 | 96.156110 | 4,477,638 |
| Mandalay | 21.974730 | 96.083590 | 1,208,099 |
| Nay Pyi Taw | 19.745000 | 96.129720 | 925,000 |
| Hlaingthaya | 16.850000 | 96.066670 | 687,867 |
| Mawlamyine | 16.490510 | 97.628250 | 438,861 |
| Kalemyo | 23.190140 | 94.064050 | 348,573 |
| Insein | 16.888740 | 96.102570 | 247,675 |
| Bago | 17.335210 | 96.481350 | 244,376 |
| Amarapura | 21.907090 | 96.048940 | 237,618 |
| Pathein | 16.779190 | 94.732120 | 237,089 |
| Yawnghwe | 20.659730 | 96.933760 | 188,083 |
| Monywa | 22.108560 | 95.135830 | 182,011 |
| Kyaukpyu | 19.427930 | 93.551340 | 180,000 |
| Sittwe | 20.146240 | 92.898350 | 177,743 |
| Meiktila | 20.877760 | 95.858440 | 177,442 |
| Myeik | 12.439540 | 98.600280 | 173,298 |
| Kēng Tung | 21.630930 | 99.926760 | 171,620 |
| Mu-se | 23.997420 | 97.901090 | 165,022 |
| Taunggyi | 20.789190 | 97.037760 | 160,115 |
| Myingyan | 21.460020 | 95.388400 | 141,713 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which region and continent is Myanmar located, and how can I read its coordinates?
Myanmar is situated in Southeast Asia, part of the Asian continent. Its coordinates are read as latitude 16.81° N and longitude 96.16° E, indicating its position in the northern hemisphere.
What is the time zone of Myanmar, and how does its longitudinal span affect it?
Myanmar operates on Myanmar Time (MMT), which is UTC+6:30. The longitudinal span of the country contributes to its unique time zone, as it is located between longitudes 92° E and 101° E.
How can I find specific cities or sub-regions in Myanmar using the country page?
To pinpoint cities or sub-regions in Myanmar, you can use the country page to enter specific coordinates or search for well-known locations, which can help in identifying their geographic context.