Latitude and Longitude of Western Sahara
27° 8' 30.5" N, 13° 11' 16.7" W
Located in northwest Africa, Western Sahara is situated in the northern hemisphere, bordered by Morocco to the north, Algeria to the northeast, and Mauritania to the east and south. The geographic centroid of Western Sahara is approximately 27.14° N latitude and 13.19° W longitude, giving it a unique position on the African continent characterized by arid desert landscapes. Individuals may seek coordinates for Western Sahara for various purposes, including navigation, mapping projects, and geocoding applications. Understanding the geographic layout can assist in time-zone planning and provide context for regional travel or research initiatives.
Western Sahara Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 27.141800, -13.187970
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 27°8'30.5"N 13°11'16.7"W
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 27°8.508'N 13°11.278'W
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 28N 679572E 3003437N
- Geohash · base32 index
- esyd7vhb6
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 7CV84RR6+PRC
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:27.141800,-13.187970
Major Cities in Western Sahara
| City | Latitude | Longitude | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laayoune | 27.141800 | -13.187970 | 196,331 |
Frequently Asked Questions
In which continent is Western Sahara located, and how can I interpret its coordinates?
Western Sahara is located in Africa. Its coordinates, 27.14° N and 13.19° W, indicate a position in the northern hemisphere, with latitude specifying its distance north of the equator and longitude indicating its position west of the Prime Meridian.
What is the time zone of Western Sahara, and how does its longitude affect this?
Western Sahara generally falls under the Western European Time Zone (WET), which is UTC+0. Its longitudinal span influences the local time observed in the region, particularly during daylight saving changes.
How can I find specific cities or regions within Western Sahara using this page?
To pinpoint cities or sub-regions in Western Sahara, you can use the provided coordinates to search for specific locations or explore mapping tools that allow for detailed navigation within the country.