Jamaica coordinate systems
5 EPSG coordinate systems used in Jamaica. Pick one to open a converter already set to it, with its parameters and area of use.
The 5 EPSG coordinate systems for Jamaica are based on JAD2001, Jamaica 1875 and JAD69. Projections used: Lambert Conformal Conic (3) and UTM (Transverse Mercator) (2). Coordinates are in metres (4) and other units (1). UTM zones: 17N and 18N. Together they cover 14.1°N to 19.4°N, 80.6°W to 74.5°W.
Questions about Jamaica coordinates
- Which coordinate system is used in Jamaica?
- 5 EPSG systems are defined for Jamaica, on datums such as JAD2001, Jamaica 1875 and JAD69. Use the one named in your survey report or drawing; the EPSG code is the safest way to identify it.
- Which UTM zone is Jamaica in?
- Jamaica is covered by UTM zones 17N and 18N. Pick the zone by the longitude of your site: each zone is 6° wide.
- How do I convert Jamaica coordinates to latitude and longitude or Google Earth?
- Open the system's page below and type an easting and northing into the converter, or paste a whole spreadsheet into the free web app and choose the system by name or EPSG code. Save the result as KML or KMZ and open it in Google Earth.
- Are Jamaica coordinates in metres or feet?
- 4 in metres and 1 in other units. Enter the numbers in the unit of the system you choose; each system's page shows its unit.