Antarctica: Geographic Position and Coordinates

Antarctica is Earth's southernmost continent, centered asymmetrically on the **South Geographic Pole**.

Key Coordinates

• South Pole: 90°00′S, 0°00′E/W (by definition)
• Northernmost Point (Cape Geddes, Laurie Island, South Orkneys): 60°30′S, 44°30′W (Antarctic Treaty area extends to 60°S)
• Mainland Northernmost (Prime Head, Trinity Peninsula): 63°12′S, 57°18′W
• Easternmost (Cape Poinsett, Budd Coast): 66°24′S, 103°24′E
• Westernmost (Cape Agassiz, Edward VIII Bay): 73°08′S, 114°12′W

Regional Context

• Entirely in Southern Hemisphere (all latitudes > 60°S).
• Surrounded by Southern Ocean (defined as waters south of 60°S).
• Nearest Continents:

Governance

Antarctic Treaty System (1959) — No sovereignty; dedicated to peace & science. 54 parties; 29 consultative (voting).

Antarctica's isolation and polar position create a unique natural laboratory and a global commons.