Current Date And Time In Upper Matsiatra, Madagascar
Monday, 27 July 2026
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Explore complete geographic and administrative data about Upper Matsiatra, a state or region of Madagascar in Africa. Find GPS coordinates, time zone, currency, dialing code, TLD domain, elevation and the live local date & time for Upper Matsiatra — 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
| Category | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| State | ||
| Full Name | Upper Matsiatra | |
| State Capital | Fianarantsoa | |
| Country | Madagascar | |
| Continent | Africa | |
| Area | ||
| Area in km2 | 21,080.00 | |
| Area in mi2 | 8,139.03 | |
| Area Rank in Country | Rank #15 | |
| Percentage of Madagascar Area | 3.59% | |
| Currency | ||
| Name | Malagasy Ariary | |
| Code ISO-4217 | MGA | |
| Symbol | Ar | |
| Dialing Code | ||
| Country Calling Code | +261 | |
| International Exit Prefix | 00 | |
| Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD) | ||
| Domain | .mg | |
| Elevation | ||
| In Meter | 1,333 | |
| In Feet | 4,374 | |
| GPS Coordinates | ||
| Latitude | -21.08 | |
| Longitude | 46.61 | |
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 21.085° S 46.613° E | |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 21° 5' 6" S 46° 36' 45" E | |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 21° 5.1' S 46° 36.76' E | |
| Location Context | ||
| Nearest State in Another Country | Îles Éparses, French Southern Territories (606 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 | 🔥 06:25 AM | |
| Sunset | 🌅 05:34 PM | |
| Day Length | 11h 8m |
Below is a list of the largest cities and urban centers in Upper Matsiatra, 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 Madagascar.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fianarantsoa | 203,105 | 21.453° S | 47.086° E |
| Ambalavao | 45,784 | 21.833° S | 46.933° E |
| Ikalamavony | 15,601 | 21.15° S | 46.583° E |
| Ambohimahasoa | 12,291 | 21.117° S | 47.217° E |
| Fandrandava | 9,000 | 21.517° S | 47.25° E |
| Anandravy | 4,000 | 22.9° S | 47.367° E |
Upper Matsiatra is an administrative region of Madagascar, located in Africa. It forms a key geographic and administrative unit within Madagascar's national structure. Business professionals, travel planners, logistics teams and location analysts rely on data from Upper Matsiatra for market research, site selection, supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making. › Explore all states of Madagascar
Precise GPS coordinates of Upper Matsiatra enable accurate mapping for logistics planning, delivery route optimization and supply chain management. The geographic position of Upper Matsiatra within Madagascar plays a vital role in regional connectivity, transportation infrastructure and proximity analysis for businesses entering Africa markets. › View Upper Matsiatra on map
Understanding the local time zone of Upper Matsiatra 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
The official currency used in Upper Matsiatra is Malagasy ariary (MGA). Accurate currency data is critical for financial planning, international trade, foreign exchange operations and travel expense budgeting. Businesses expanding into Madagascar need this information for pricing strategies, payment processing and cross-border financial reporting. › Browse all country currencies
The international dialing code and phone prefix for Upper Matsiatra 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 Madagascar. › View all country calling codes
Upper Matsiatra is one of the administrative divisions that shapes the geographic identity of Madagascar 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 Upper Matsiatra
Upper Matsiatra covers an area of approximately 21,080.00 square kilometers (8,139.03 square miles). This is about 3.59% of Madagascar's total area. For comparative analysis of country and region sizes, explore our geographic database.
The capital city of Upper Matsiatra is Fianarantsoa. It serves as the administrative and political centre of the region within Madagascar. The national capital of Madagascar is Antananarivo.
Upper Matsiatra follows the +03:00 timezone — the same as its parent country Madagascar. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations and coordinating with partners across regions.
The currency used in Upper Matsiatra is the Malagasy ariary (MGA), represented by the symbol Ar — the official currency of Madagascar. For exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our international currency database.