Latin America coordinate systems
8 EPSG coordinate systems used in Latin America. Pick one to open a converter already set to it, with its parameters and area of use.
The 8 EPSG coordinate systems for Latin America are based on the SIRGAS 2000. The projection is UTM (Transverse Mercator) (8). Coordinates are in metres. UTM zones: 11N, 12N, 13N, 14N, 15N, 16N, 17N and 18N. Together they cover 0.0°N to 32.7°N, 120.0°W to 72.0°W.
Questions about Latin America coordinates
- Which coordinate system is used in Latin America?
- 8 EPSG systems are defined for Latin America, on datums such as SIRGAS 2000. Use the one named in your survey report or drawing; the EPSG code is the safest way to identify it.
- Which UTM zone is Latin America in?
- Latin America is covered by UTM zones 11N, 12N, 13N, 14N, 15N, 16N, 17N and 18N. Pick the zone by the longitude of your site: each zone is 6° wide.
- How do I convert Latin America 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 Latin America coordinates in metres or feet?
- All 8 are in metres. Enter the numbers in the unit of the system you choose; each system's page shows its unit.