Rumo a partir azimute

Se az<=90: NE az°; simples conversão.
Created by
Renato Passos, Eng. de Software
Reviewed by
Renato Passos, Eng. de Software

Last updated: Apr 18, 2026

Rumo
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About this calculator

The 'Bearing from Azimuth' calculator converts geographic azimuth measurements into directional bearings, used in navigation and geology. Azimuth is the angle measured clockwise from north, while bearing indicates direction relative to one of four cardinal quadrants. For azimuths up to 90°, the bearing will be NE (Northeast) followed by the angle value. This calculation is crucial for maps, terrain orientation, and geospatial studies.

The calculation divides the compass into quadrants: NE (0-90°), SE (90-180°), SW (180-270°), and NW (270-360°). For azimuths above 90°, the formula automatically adjusts the quadrant and subtracts values to maintain accuracy. Example: an azimuth of 120° results in SE 30° bearing. Ensure input values are in degrees and within the correct range (0°-360°) to avoid errors.

Use this tool when translating azimuths into directional descriptions for technical reports, route planning, or environmental analysis. Common precautions: do not confuse azimuth with bearing, as they represent different concepts. Additionally, some geolocation software requires specific formats, so verify the output matches your project requirements.

Frequently asked questions

What is azimuth?

Azimuth is the horizontal angle measured clockwise from north, used in cartography and navigation to locate points.

How does the bearing conversion work?

The formula splits the circle into four quadrants. If azimuth is <=90°, the bearing will be NE followed by the angle value.

What if the azimuth exceeds 360°?

Subtract 360° from the value to normalize it within the 0°-360° range before using the calculator.

Difference between azimuth and bearing?

Azimuth is a single angular value, while bearing includes a direction (NE, SE, etc.) and a reduced angle.

Do I need to convert units beforehand?

Ensure the azimuth is in decimal degrees. Values in gradians or radians should be converted prior.

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