DMS ↔ Decimal Degrees Converter
Convert latitude and longitude between degrees-minutes-seconds (DMS) and decimal degrees (DD) for GIS, GPS, mapping and field data workflows.
Convert Coordinate Format
Convert a latitude or longitude value between DMS and decimal degrees.
DMS to Decimal Degrees
Convert coordinates such as 33° 41′ 3.84″ N into a decimal degree value suitable for GIS software and web maps.
Decimal Degrees to DMS
Convert decimal coordinates into degrees, minutes and seconds with the correct latitude or longitude direction.
Latitude & Longitude Support
Select whether you are converting latitude or longitude so the correct N/S or E/W hemisphere is applied.
How to Convert DMS and Decimal Degrees
- Select the conversion direction.
- Select whether the coordinate is latitude or longitude.
- Enter the coordinate values.
- Select Convert.
- Copy the converted coordinate if needed.
Common Uses & Real-Life Examples
Prepare GPS coordinates for GIS
Field teams can convert coordinates recorded in DMS into decimal degrees before importing them into QGIS, ArcGIS or a web mapping application.
Read coordinates from maps or reports
Coordinates published in degrees, minutes and seconds can be converted into the decimal format commonly used in datasets.
Convert survey locations
Survey and monitoring teams can standardize coordinates before combining field records from different sources.
Share coordinates in a preferred format
Convert decimal coordinates into a more human-readable DMS format for reports, documentation or communication.