Compass Bearing Names
Convert degrees to cardinal directions like NNE or SSW.
Heading
NE
Northeast
Center
45.00°
Range
33.75° – 56.25°
16-point compass. Each direction covers 22.5° centered on the named bearing. North is 0°, clockwise.
About
Type a bearing in degrees, get the 16-point compass direction (N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, etc). Or convert in reverse. Useful for sailors, hikers, weather forecasters.
How to use
- Enter degrees (0-360).
- See the cardinal direction.
FAQ
How are the 16 points divided?+
Each point is 22.5 degrees wide. North is 348.75-11.25, NNE is 11.25-33.75, etc.
Is true north the same as magnetic north?+
No. They differ by magnetic declination, which varies by location and changes over time. This tool returns true (geographic) bearings.