Latitude and Longitude of Nicaragua
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.
Nicaragua Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 12.132820, -86.250400
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 12°7'58.2"N 86°15'1.4"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 12°7.969'N 86°15.024'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 16N 581563E 1341353N
- Geohash · base32 index
- d44tj2dqu
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 764M4PMX+4RH
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:12.132820,-86.250400
Major Cities in Nicaragua
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which region and continent is Nicaragua located, and how can I read its coordinates?
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.
What time zone does Nicaragua fall under, and how does its longitudinal span affect this?
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.
How can I find specific cities or sub-regions within Nicaragua using the country page?
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.