San Diego, United States — GPS Coordinates
32° 42' 56.6" N, 117° 9' 53.0" W
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Population | 1,404,452 |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| UTC offset | UTC−8 / UTC−7 |
Located in Southern California, San Diego is positioned on the Pacific coast and is known for its beautiful beaches and proximity to the Mexican border. The city lies within the larger San Diego County, which is characterized by its diverse landscapes and coastal features.
The coordinates 32.7157, -117.1647 can be used for various practical applications, such as obtaining driving directions, sharing specific locations via drop-pin features, or geotagging photos taken within the area. These coordinates can enhance navigation and location sharing for both residents and visitors.
Geographic Facts About San Diego
- Sunrise
- 06:09
- local time, 9 August
- Sunset
- 19:41
- local time, 9 August
- Day length
- 13h 32m
- 9 August
- UTC offset
- UTC−8 / UTC−7
- America/Los_Angeles
- Antipode
- -32.715710, 62.835280
- 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.
San Diego Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 32.715710, -117.164720
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 32°42'56.6"N 117°9'53.0"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 32°42.943'N 117°9.883'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 11N 484563E 3619783N
- Geohash · base32 index
- 9mudjgeqb
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 8544PR8P+74J
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:32.715710,-117.164720
Distances from San Diego
| City | Distance | Miles | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chula Vista | 11 km | 7 mi | SE (138°) |
| El Cajon | 21 km | 13 mi | ENE (65°) |
| Tijuana, Mexico | 28 km | 17 mi | SSE (147°) |
| Rosarito, Mexico | 41 km | 25 mi | SSE (164°) |
| Escondido | 45 km | 28 mi | N (9°) |
| Carlsbad | 52 km | 32 mi | NNW (341°) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the precise GPS coordinates of San Diego?
The precise GPS coordinates for San Diego are 32.7157° N latitude and -117.1647° W longitude. When reading these coordinates, the first number indicates latitude (north-south position), while the second indicates longitude (east-west position).
What time zone is San Diego in, and what is its UTC offset?
San Diego is in the America/Los_Angeles time zone, which operates on Pacific Standard Time (PST) with a UTC offset of -8 hours. During Daylight Saving Time, the offset changes to -7 hours.
How can I use San Diego's coordinates in a maps app?
To use the coordinates 32.7157, -117.1647 in a maps app or navigation system, simply enter them into the search bar. Most mapping applications will recognize the format and provide you with directions or information related to that location.
City coordinates are sourced from the GeoNames gazetteer and expressed in the WGS84 datum. Read more about where this data comes from.