Degree Minutes to Decimal Converter

Convert degrees and minutes into decimal degrees for mapping, GPS, and coordinate work.

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Convert a single degree-minute coordinate to decimal degrees.

DMS to Decimal Degrees Chart

A quick-reference chart of common degree-minute-second values and their decimal degree equivalents.

DMS (Degrees° Minutes′ Seconds″)Decimal Degrees
0° 0' 0"0.0000°
0° 15' 0"0.2500°
0° 30' 0"0.5000°
0° 45' 0"0.7500°
1° 0' 0"1.0000°
5° 30' 0"5.5000°
10° 15' 30"10.2583°
15° 45' 45"15.7625°
23° 26' 21"23.4392°
30° 0' 0"30.0000°
33° 51' 54"33.8650°
40° 42' 51"40.7142°
45° 0' 0"45.0000°
51° 30' 26"51.5072°
55° 45' 0"55.7500°
60° 0' 0"60.0000°
66° 33' 44"66.5622°
72° 0' 0"72.0000°
80° 15' 30"80.2583°
90° 0' 0"90.0000°

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Degree Minutes to Decimal Converter FAQs

Common questions about degree minutes to decimal converter.

How do I convert degrees and minutes to decimal degrees?

Use the formula: degrees + (minutes / 60). If the coordinate is south or west, use a negative result.

Can minutes include decimals in coordinate conversion?

Yes. Decimal minutes are valid and are converted the same way by dividing minutes by 60.

Can I use degree minutes to decimal converter in real time?

Yes. The calculator updates output instantly when values change, so you can validate conversions before copying results.