Latitude and Longitude of Greece

Latitude
37.9838°
N
Longitude
23.7278°
E

37° 59' 1.5" N, 23° 43' 40.2" E

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Located in southeastern Europe, Greece is situated in the northern hemisphere and bordered by the Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean Seas. The country's geographic centroid is approximately at 37.98° N latitude and 23.73° E longitude, giving it a distinctive shape characterized by numerous islands and a mountainous mainland. Individuals may look up coordinates for Greece for various purposes, including navigation, geocoding applications, and mapping projects. This information can assist in time-zone planning and provide precise locations for travel or research within the country.

Major Cities in Greece

CityLatitudeLongitudePopulation
Athens37.98376023.727840664,046
Thessaloníki40.64072022.934930317,778
Pátra38.24620021.735080168,034
Piraeus37.94203023.646190163,688
Lárisa39.62847022.421120146,926
Peristéri38.01539023.691870139,981
Irákleion35.32787025.143410137,154
Kallithéa37.95000023.700000100,641

Frequently Asked Questions

In which continent is Greece located and how can I interpret its coordinates?

Greece is located in Europe. The coordinates 37.98° N latitude and 23.73° E longitude indicate its geographic position, where latitude specifies its distance north or south of the Equator and longitude specifies its distance east or west of the Prime Meridian.

What time zone does Greece operate in and what is its longitudinal extent?

Greece operates primarily in the Eastern European Time Zone (EET), which is UTC+2, and observes Daylight Saving Time, moving to UTC+3 in summer. Its longitude spans approximately from 19° E to 30° E.

How can I find specific cities or regions within Greece using this country page?

To pinpoint cities or sub-regions in Greece, you can use the latitude and longitude coordinates provided for major locations. This allows you to identify specific areas within the country for navigation or further geographic study.

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