The Tropic of Capricorn is located around 23.44° south of the Equator. It is the latitude where the Sun is directly overhead at noon during the December solstice. This imaginary line passes through 10 countries across South America, Africa, and Australia.
Countries the Tropic of Capricorn Passes Through
To view the position of any country on the Tropic of Capricorn map, click on the name of any country from the list below.
| Country | Continent | Ocean |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | South America | Pacific Ocean |
| Argentina | South America | Atlantic Ocean |
| Paraguay | South America | Paraguay River |
| Brazil | South America | Atlantic Ocean |
| Namibia | Africa | Atlantic Ocean |
| Botswana | Africa | Landlocked |
| South Africa | Africa | Indian Ocean |
| Mozambique | Africa | Indian Ocean |
| Madagascar | Africa | Indian Ocean |
| Australia | Oceania | Pacific / Indian Ocean |
By Continent
South America: 4 countries
1. Chile, 2. Argentina, 3. Paraguay, 4. Brazil
Africa: 5 countries
5. Namibia, 6. Botswana, 7. South Africa, 8. Mozambique, 9. Madagascar
Oceania: 1 country
10. Australia
Major Water Bodies Crossed
Pacific Ocean
Chile, Australia
Atlantic Ocean
Brazil, Argentina, Namibia
Indian Ocean
South Africa, Mozambique, Madagascar, Australia
FAQs
How many countries does the Tropic of Capricorn pass through?
The Tropic of Capricorn passes through 10 countries; these are Chile, Argentina, Paraguay, Brazil, Namibia, Botswana, South Africa, Mozambique, Madagascar, and Australia.
Which continents does the Tropic of Capricorn cross?
The Tropic of Capricorn crosses 3 continents; these are South America, Africa, and Australia.
What is the latitude of the Tropic of Capricorn?
The Tropic of Capricorn is around 23.44° south of the equator. Its position slowly changes over time due to variations in Earth's axial tilt.