Qatar coordinate systems
5 EPSG coordinate systems used in Qatar. Pick one to open a converter already set to it, with its parameters and area of use.
The 5 EPSG coordinate systems for Qatar are based on Qatar 1948, QND95, Nahrwan 1967 and Qatar 1974 and other datums. Projections used: Transverse Mercator (2), UTM (Transverse Mercator) (2) and Cassini-Soldner (1). Coordinates are in metres. UTM zones: 39N. Together they cover 22.8°N to 27.1°N, 50.5°E to 54.0°E.
Most used: Qatar National Grid (QNG)
Questions about Qatar coordinates
- Which coordinate system is used in Qatar?
- The grid most surveyors use in Qatar is Qatar National Grid (QNG). In all, 5 EPSG systems are defined for Qatar, on datums such as Qatar 1948, QND95 and Nahrwan 1967. Use the one named in your survey report or drawing.
- Which UTM zone is Qatar in?
- Qatar is covered by UTM zone 39N. Pick the zone by the longitude of your site: each zone is 6° wide.
- How do I convert Qatar 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 Qatar coordinates in metres or feet?
- All 5 are in metres. Enter the numbers in the unit of the system you choose; each system's page shows its unit.