Mar 20, 2019 · The equator runs through eleven countries and territories around the world, including Indonesia, Brazil, and Kenya, among 8 others.

Jun 7, 2024 · Of the 13 countries that lie on the equator, seven are in Africa—the most of any continent—and South America is home to three of the nations. The remaining countries are island nations in the Indian and Pacific oceans.

The equator also passes through the territorial seas of three countries: Maldives (south of Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll), Kiribati (south of Buariki Island), and the United States (south of Baker Island).

This list recognizes all countries where the Equator passes over their land; territorial waters of nearby countries are not included. All countries located directly on the Equator are also considered to be in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

May 1, 2024 · It’s all over, but we call it 0 degrees latitude which extends horizontally around the Earth. This imaginary line passes through several countries in Africa, South America, and Asia. Additionally, it crosses the Atlantic Ocean, the Pacific Ocean, and the Indian Ocean.

Countries that the equator passes through are: In Asia, the equator passes through three countries: the Maldives, Indonesia, and Kiribati, which is in Oceania. These are all island nations, and Indonesia is the largest and most populous of the group by a large margin.

Dec 25, 2024 · The equator, a 40,075-kilometer-long imaginary line, divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Despite its extensive length, it traverses only 13 countries, creating unique climatic, ecological, and cultural conditions for these nations.

Sep 9, 2022 · The equator passes through 13 countries: Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Sao Tome & Principe, Gabon, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, Kenya, Somalia, Maldives, Indonesia and Kiribati.

Feb 21, 2025 · For the purpose of this article, we will focus on the 11 countries most commonly cited as being directly crossed by the equator. These nations, each with unique characteristics, include Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Sao Tome & Principe, Gabon, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, Kenya, Somalia, and Indonesia.

Jan 28, 2025 · The Equator crosses through four countries in Asia: **Maldives**, **Indonesia**, and **Kiribati**. These countries are composed of island nations scattered across the Indian and Pacific Oceans, respectively.