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Southern Red Sea, Eritrea – Eritrea Flag

Current Date And Time In Southern Red Sea, Eritrea

Sunday, 26 July 2026
08:26:41 EAT
Capital: Assab
Currency: Eritrean Nakfa (ERN)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 398,659
Area: 27,600.00 km²
State Code: DK

🌎 Southern Red Sea, Eritrea – Profile & Geographic Data


Explore complete geographic and administrative data about Southern Red Sea, a state or region of Eritrea in Africa. Find GPS coordinates, time zone, currency, dialing code, TLD domain, elevation and the live local date & time for Southern Red Sea — all in one place for quick reference, business planning and location intelligence.

Key Benefits: Location intelligence for market research • Real-time local date & time for global scheduling • Currency data for financial planning • GPS coordinates for logistics & route planning • Dialing code for telecom setup • State-level data for strategic decision-making

Southern Red Sea, Eritrea Geographic & Demographic Overview

CategoryAttributeValue
State
Full NameSouthern Red Sea
Native NameDebubawi Keyih Bahri
State CapitalAssab
State CodeDK
Total Districts3
CountryEritrea
ContinentAfrica
Population
Total Population398,659
Percentage In World Population0.0049%
Percentage In Eritrea Population11.30%
Density per km214.45
Area
Area in km227,600.00
Area in mi210,656.42
Area Rank in CountryRank #3
Percentage of Eritrea Area22.75%
Ranking & Classification
Region TypeFirst-Order Administrative Division (State/Province)
Population Rank in Eritrea#6 of 6 states/regions with population data
Currency
NameEritrean Nakfa
Code ISO-4217ERN
SymbolNfk
Dialing Code
Country Calling Code+291
International Exit Prefix00
Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD)
Domain.er
Elevation
In Meter294
In Feet965
GPS Coordinates
Latitude13.88
Longitude41.44
Decimal Degrees (DD)13.875° N 41.441° E
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)13° 52' 31" N 41° 26' 29" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)13° 52.51' N 41° 26.48' E
Location Context
Distance to National Capital485 km West-Northwest of Asmara
Nearest State in Another CountryAl Hudaydah, Yemen (193 km)
Time Zone
UTC Offset+03:00
Daylight Saving Time (DST)No Daylight Saving Time, same UTC offset for all year
Sun Times Today
Sunrise🔥 05:56 AM
Sunset🌅 06:45 PM
Day Length12h 49m

🏙️ Major Cities in Southern Red Sea by Population


Below is a list of the largest cities and urban centers in Southern Red Sea, sorted by total population. Each city profile features dynamic geographical data, GPS coordinates and population metrics, providing location intelligence and regional intelligence data for logistics planning, route optimization and business market research within Eritrea.

City NamePopulationLatitudeLongitude
Assab21,30013.009° N42.739° E
Edd11,25913.931° N41.694° E
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Southern Red Sea – Complete Region Guide & Location Intelligence

📍 About Southern Red Sea, Eritrea

Southern Red Sea is an administrative region of Eritrea, located in Africa. It forms a key geographic and administrative unit within Eritrea's national structure. Business professionals, travel planners, logistics teams and location analysts rely on data from Southern Red Sea for market research, site selection, supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making. › Explore all states of Eritrea

🌎 GPS & Geographic Coordinates of Southern Red Sea

Precise GPS coordinates of Southern Red Sea enable accurate mapping for logistics planning, delivery route optimization and supply chain management. The geographic position of Southern Red Sea within Eritrea plays a vital role in regional connectivity, transportation infrastructure and proximity analysis for businesses entering Africa markets. › View Southern Red Sea on map

⏰ Time Zone & Business Hours in Southern Red Sea

Understanding the local time zone of Southern Red Sea is essential for scheduling international calls, coordinating cross-border operations and planning virtual business meetings. The UTC offset for this region directly affects trading hours, financial transactions and real-time communications with global teams operating across different time zones. › Compare country time zones

💰 Currency & Financial Data for Southern Red Sea

The official currency used in Southern Red Sea is Eritrean nakfa (ERN). Accurate currency data is critical for financial planning, international trade, foreign exchange operations and travel expense budgeting. Businesses expanding into Eritrea need this information for pricing strategies, payment processing and cross-border financial reporting. › Browse all country currencies

📞 Dialing Code & Connectivity for Southern Red Sea

The international dialing code and phone prefix for Southern Red Sea are essential for businesses setting up customer service lines, call centers and international communication networks. Telecommunications professionals rely on accurate dialing data for VoIP configuration, PBX systems and remote workforce management across Eritrea. › View all country calling codes

🌍 Regional Significance of Southern Red Sea

Southern Red Sea is one of the administrative divisions that shapes the geographic identity of Eritrea in Africa. Professionals in location intelligence, regional planning and demographic analysis use state-level data to drive informed decisions — from elevation and GPS data to time zone alignment and internet domain details. › Nearby states | Cities in Southern Red Sea

📊 How This Southern Red Sea Data Helps You

🗺 Location IntelligenceUse GPS coordinates and elevation data of Southern Red Sea for site selection, real estate analysis and logistics route planning across Eritrea. View map ›
💼 Business & Market ResearchAccess currency, time zone and dialing code details for Southern Red Sea to support market entry strategies, financial planning and international operations in Eritrea.
✈️ Travel & Regional PlanningGet real-time local date, time and geographic details for Southern Red Sea to support travel itinerary planning, time zone coordination and regional exploration in Africa. Nearby states ›

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Southern Red Sea

👥 What is the population of Southern Red Sea?

As of the latest data, Southern Red Sea has a population of approximately 398,659 people. This represents approximately 11.30% of Eritrea's total population. The population density is 14.45 people per km². For more detailed population statistics, explore our comprehensive database.

📐 How large is Southern Red Sea in square kilometers?

Southern Red Sea covers an area of approximately 27,600.00 square kilometers (10,656.42 square miles). This is about 22.75% of Eritrea's total area. For comparative analysis of country and region sizes, explore our geographic database.

🏛 What is the capital of Southern Red Sea?

The capital city of Southern Red Sea is Assab. It serves as the administrative and political centre of the region within Eritrea. The national capital of Eritrea is Asmara.

🕐 What timezone is Southern Red Sea in?

Southern Red Sea follows the +03:00 timezone — the same as its parent country Eritrea. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations and coordinating with partners across regions.

💰 What currency is used in Southern Red Sea?

The currency used in Southern Red Sea is the Eritrean nakfa (ERN), represented by the symbol Nfk — the official currency of Eritrea. For exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our international currency database.