๐งญ Coordinate Converter
Convert latitude and longitude between decimal degrees (e.g. 35.68944) and degrees/minutes/seconds format (e.g. 35ยฐ41'22.2"N). Useful for GPS devices, mapping software, and surveying data that use different coordinate formats.
How to use
- Choose the "Decimal โ DMS" or "DMS โ Decimal" tab.
- Enter the latitude and longitude values in the matching format.
- The converted result in the other format appears in real time.
FAQ
What is DMS format?
DMS stands for Degrees, Minutes, Seconds โ a traditional way of expressing geographic coordinates, e.g. 35ยฐ41'22.2"N, where 1 degree = 60 minutes and 1 minute = 60 seconds.
What are valid ranges for latitude and longitude?
Latitude must be between -90 and 90 degrees, and longitude must be between -180 and 180 degrees. Values outside this range are flagged as invalid.
Can I convert decimal coordinates copied from Google Maps to DMS?
Yes โ use the "Decimal โ DMS" tab to convert decimal coordinates copied from Google Maps or similar apps into DMS format.
Can I convert a GPS device's DMS reading for use in a map app?
Yes โ use the "DMS โ Decimal" tab to enter degrees, minutes, and seconds and get the decimal format most map apps expect.
Can I enter coordinates in the southern or western hemisphere?
Yes โ select South for latitude or West for longitude, and the conversion is calculated correctly for that hemisphere.