12° 7' 58.2" N, 86° 15' 1.4" W
Situated in Central America, Nicaragua is located in the northern hemisphere and bordered by Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the south. The country's geographic centroid is approximately at 12.13° N latitude and -86.25° W longitude, giving it a distinctive elongated shape that stretches from the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea. Coordinates in Nicaragua are useful for various applications including geocoding, navigation, and mapping projects. These precise locations assist in time-zone planning and are essential for travelers and researchers alike in understanding the geographical context of cities and regions within the country.
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Managua | 12.132820 | -86.250400 | 973,087 |
| León | 12.435270 | -86.878620 | 144,538 |
| Masaya | 11.973160 | -86.095870 | 130,113 |
| Chinandega | 12.629510 | -87.131330 | 126,387 |
| Matagalpa | 12.927950 | -85.919060 | 109,089 |
Nicaragua is located in Central America, part of the continent of North America. Its coordinates can be read as 12.13° N latitude and -86.25° W longitude, indicating its position in the northern and western hemispheres.
Nicaragua is in the Central Standard Time Zone (CST), which is UTC-6. Its longitudinal span influences the time difference compared to other regions, particularly those to the east and west.
The country page provides a detailed map and coordinate information that allows users to pinpoint specific cities or sub-regions in Nicaragua by entering their names or selecting locations directly on the map.