Madrid, Spain — GPS Coordinates
40° 24' 59.4" N, 3° 42' 9.2" W
| Country | Spain |
| Continent | Europe |
| Population | 3,255,944 |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
| UTC offset | UTC+1 / UTC+2 |
Located in the center of Spain, Madrid is an inland city that serves as the capital. It is situated on the Meseta Central plateau and is surrounded by mountain ranges, providing a unique geographic profile. The city plays a significant role in the cultural and political landscape of the country.
The coordinates 40.4165, -3.7026 can be used for various practical applications such as obtaining driving directions, sharing drop pins for meeting locations, or geotagging photos taken in the city. These coordinates help pinpoint exact locations within the urban area.
Geographic Facts About Madrid
- Sunrise
- 07:20
- local time, 9 August
- Sunset
- 21:22
- local time, 9 August
- Day length
- 14h 02m
- 9 August
- UTC offset
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Europe/Madrid
- Antipode
- -40.416500, 176.297440
- 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.
Madrid Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 40.416500, -3.702560
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 40°24'59.4"N 3°42'9.2"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 40°24.990'N 3°42.154'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 30N 440395E 4474223N
- Geohash · base32 index
- ezjmgtxgh
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 8CGRC78W+JX4
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:40.416500,-3.702560
Distances from Madrid
| City | Distance | Miles | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madrid Centro | 0 km | 0 mi | N (355°) |
| Retiro | 2 km | 1 mi | ESE (103°) |
| Arganzuela | 2 km | 1 mi | SSE (163°) |
| Chamberí | 2 km | 1 mi | N (357°) |
| Salamanca | 2 km | 2 mi | NE (53°) |
| Usera | 3 km | 2 mi | S (177°) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the precise coordinates of Madrid?
The precise coordinates of Madrid are 40.4165° N latitude and -3.7026° W longitude. When reading coordinates, remember that latitude comes first, followed by longitude.
What is the time zone of Madrid and its UTC offset?
Madrid is in the Europe/Madrid time zone, which has a UTC offset of +1 during standard time and +2 during daylight saving time.
How can I use the coordinates 40.4165, -3.7026 with a maps application?
To use the coordinates with a maps app or navigation system, simply enter them into the search bar, ensuring to include the comma. This will direct you to the exact location in Madrid.
City coordinates are sourced from the GeoNames gazetteer and expressed in the WGS84 datum. Read more about where this data comes from.