Translation

parallel / position / scope

Meaning

The angular distance of a place north or south of the earth's equator, usually measured in degrees.

Examples

• The latitude of Cairo is approximately 30 degrees North.
  カイロの緯度は北緯約30度です。
• This region has a high latitude, meaning it's far from the equator.
  この地域は高緯度であり、赤道から遠いことを意味します。