Latitude and Longitude of Suriname
5° 51' 59.0" N, 55° 10' 0.6" W
Located in the northeastern part of South America, Suriname is situated in the Southern Hemisphere. It shares borders with French Guiana to the east, Brazil to the south, and Guyana to the west, featuring a generally elongated shape that stretches from the Atlantic Ocean inland. Coordinates for Suriname are essential for various applications, including geocoding, navigation, and mapping projects. Understanding its geographic location aids in time-zone planning and enhances accuracy in locating specific areas within the country.
Suriname Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 5.866380, -55.166820
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 5°51'59.0"N 55°10'0.6"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 5°51.983'N 55°10.009'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 21N 702960E 648766N
- Geohash · base32 index
- dc0c2euwp
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 68Q6VR8M+H73
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:5.866380,-55.166820
Major Cities in Suriname
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paramaribo | 5.866380 | -55.166820 | 223,757 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which continent and region is Suriname located, and how can I interpret its coordinates?
Suriname is located in South America, specifically in the northeastern region. The coordinates 5.87° N latitude and 55.17° W longitude indicate its position on the globe, with the first number representing the latitude (north or south) and the second number representing the longitude (east or west).
What time zone does Suriname operate in, and how does its longitudinal span affect this?
Suriname operates in the Suriname Time Zone (SRT), which is UTC-3. Its longitudinal position influences its daylight hours and time management, particularly in relation to neighboring regions.
How can I find specific cities or regions within Suriname using the country page?
To pinpoint cities or sub-regions within Suriname, use the country page's coordinate lookup feature. Enter the specific coordinates or city names to access detailed maps and geographical information.