Fuso UTM (zona)
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- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
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- Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
Last updated: Apr 18, 2026
About this calculator
The UTM (zone) calculator is a handy tool to calculate the zone of the Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) system, used in topography and construction engineering.
This calculator uses the standard formula to calculate the zone: zona = floor((long+180)/6)+1, where 'long' represents the longitude of the location.
The UTM zone is crucial to determine the coordinate of the location on a UTM map. It helps to facilitate navigation and decision-making in construction projects, especially in remote or large-scale areas.
Note that the UTM zone is not the same as the time zone. The UTM zone is a division of the globe into 60 zones, each with a width of approximately 6 degrees.
Frequently asked questions
What is the UTM zone?
The UTM zone is a division of the globe into 60 zones, each with a width of approximately 6 degrees. It is used to determine the coordinate of a location on a UTM map.
Why is it important to calculate the UTM zone?
The UTM zone is crucial to facilitate navigation and decision-making in construction projects, especially in remote or large-scale areas.
What are the main differences between the UTM zone and time zone?
The UTM zone is not the same as the time zone. The UTM zone is a division of the globe into 60 zones, while the time zone is a division of the globe into 24 zones.
How should I use this calculator?
Just enter the longitude of the location and click the 'Calculate' button to get the corresponding UTM zone.