Barcelona, Spain — GPS Coordinates
41° 23' 19.6" N, 2° 9' 32.4" E
| Country | Spain |
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 1,686,208 |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| UTC offset | UTC+1 / UTC+2 |
Located in northeastern Spain along the Mediterranean coast, Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia and is known for its rich cultural heritage and architectural landmarks. The city lies between the Collserola mountain range and the sea, providing a unique coastal landscape.
The coordinates 41.3888, 2.1590 can be utilized for various practical applications such as obtaining driving directions, sharing locations through drop-pin features, or geotagging photos taken in the city. These precise coordinates help pinpoint specific areas within Barcelona for navigation and exploration.
Geographic Facts About Barcelona
- Sunrise
- 06:55
- local time, 9 August
- Sunset
- 21:01
- local time, 9 August
- Day length
- 14h 06m
- 9 August
- UTC offset
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Europe/Madrid
- Antipode
- -41.388790, -177.841010
- the point on the exact opposite side of the Earth
Sun times are computed from the coordinates for the date shown, in the city's local time, and are accurate to within a few minutes.
Barcelona Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 41.388790, 2.158990
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 41°23'19.6"N 2°9'32.4"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 41°23.327'N 2°9.539'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 31N 429687E 4582259N
- Geohash · base32 index
- sp3e3ns5h
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 8FH495Q5+GH9
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:41.388790,2.158990
Distances from Barcelona
| City | Distance | Miles | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eixample | 0 km | 0 mi | E (85°) |
| Ciutat Vella | 2 km | 1 mi | SE (129°) |
| Gràcia | 2 km | 1 mi | N (352°) |
| Sants-Montjuïc | 2 km | 1 mi | SSW (192°) |
| Sarrià-Sant Gervasi | 2 km | 1 mi | NW (310°) |
| Horta-Guinardó | 3 km | 2 mi | NNE (12°) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the precise coordinates of Barcelona?
The precise coordinates of Barcelona are 41.3888° N latitude and 2.1590° E longitude. When reading coordinates, the first number represents latitude (north-south) and the second represents longitude (east-west).
What time zone is Barcelona in?
Barcelona is in the Europe/Madrid time zone, which operates on Central European Time (CET) at UTC+1 and Central European Summer Time (CEST) at UTC+2 during daylight saving time.
How can I use Barcelona's coordinates with a navigation system?
To use the coordinates in a maps app or navigation system, enter '41.3888, 2.1590' into the search bar. This will direct you to the specific location in Barcelona, allowing for accurate navigation.
City coordinates are sourced from the GeoNames gazetteer and expressed in the WGS84 datum. Read more about where this data comes from.