Latitude and Longitude of South Sudan
4° 51' 5.9" N, 31° 34' 56.9" E
Located in northeastern Africa, South Sudan lies entirely in the Eastern Hemisphere and is bordered by Sudan to the north, Ethiopia to the east, Kenya to the south, Uganda to the southwest, and the Central African Republic to the west. The country's geographic centroid is approximately at 4.85° N latitude and 31.58° E longitude, giving it a central position within the region. Coordinates for South Sudan can be useful for various applications such as geocoding, navigation, and mapping projects. These coordinates assist in planning activities across different time zones or for pinpointing specific locations within the country, making them essential for travelers, researchers, and logistics operations alike.
South Sudan Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 4.851650, 31.582470
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 4°51'5.9"N 31°34'56.9"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 4°51.099'N 31°34.948'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 36N 342810E 536430N
- Geohash · base32 index
- s8y7wejwu
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 6GPHVH2J+MX9
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:4.851650,31.582470
Major Cities in South Sudan
Frequently Asked Questions
In which region and continent is South Sudan located, and how can I read its coordinates?
South Sudan is situated in northeastern Africa. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 4.85° N latitude and 31.58° E longitude, indicating its position in the Northern Hemisphere and the Eastern Hemisphere.
What is the time zone of South Sudan, and how does its longitude influence this?
South Sudan operates on East Africa Time (EAT), which is UTC+3. Its longitudinal position influences its alignment with this time zone, ensuring that the local time is consistent with the region's daylight hours.
How can I find specific cities or sub-regions within South Sudan using this country page?
To pinpoint cities or sub-regions in South Sudan, you can utilize the interactive map features on the country page. By entering specific coordinates or searching for city names, you can easily navigate to desired locations.