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Sombo, Lunda Sul, Angola – Angola Flag

Current Date And Time In Sombo, Angola

Monday, 10 August 2026
14:58:46 WAT
State: Lunda Sul
Currency: Angolan Kwanza (AOA)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)

🗺 Map of Sombo, Lunda Sul, Angola – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sombo, a city in Lunda Sul, Angola, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sombo β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Sombo.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Africa • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Angola operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Sombo, Lunda Sul

📍 LATITUDE
8.745°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
20.983°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.7448° S20.9834° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-8.744820.9834
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 44' 41" S20° 59' 0" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 44.6892' S20° 59.0064' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sombo Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:46 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:36 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 49m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:41 AM
Calculated for today (10 Aug 2026) from Sombo’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Sombo’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
973 km
(605 mi) • Sombo is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,309 km
(1,435 mi) • Sombo is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.745° N, 159.017° W
The point exactly opposite Sombo through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sombo, you'd surface nearest to Napari Village, Kiribati, about 539 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Sombo

📍 Location Details

CitySombo
StateLunda Sul (Lunda Sul Province)
CountryAngola
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation999 m / 3,278 ft
GPS (DD)-8.7448, 20.9834

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sombo

Nearby Cities Found: 5 cities
Parent State: Lunda Sul
Parent Country: Angola

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sombo to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Lunda Sul.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
MuanguejiLunda SulSW114 km71 mi~1h 54m🗺 View
SaurimoLunda SulSW121 km75 mi~2h 1m🗺 View
CassengoLunda SulSW122 km76 mi~2h 2m🗺 View
ChiluageLunda SulSE124 km77 mi~2h 4m🗺 View
MuriegeLunda SulS132 km82 mi~2h 12m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Sombo to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Saurimo
121 km (75 mi)
SW of Sombo • ~2h 1m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Luanda
852 km (529 mi)
W of Sombo • ~14h 12m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Lunda Sul

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Lunda Sul, the home state of Sombo, along with each city's aerial distance from Saurimo, Lunda Sul's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Saurimo-9.6608° S20.3916° E1,071 m0 km🗺 View Map
Cacolo-10.145° S19.266° E1,356 m135 km🗺 View Map
Muconda-10.5924° S21.3181° E1,097 m145 km🗺 View Map
Dala-11.0333° S20.2° E1,233 m154 km🗺 View Map
Cazage-11.0672° S20.7015° E1,188 m160 km🗺 View Map
Alto Chicapa-10.9316° S19.1513° E1,372 m196 km🗺 View Map
Cassai-Sul-10.5889° S21.9697° E1,078 m201 km🗺 View Map
Cassengo-9.682° S20.4037° E1,071 m3 km🗺 View Map
Chiluage-9.5194° S21.7955° E1,087 m155 km🗺 View Map
Cucumbi-10.2797° S19.0502° E1,242 m162 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Dundo Airport
IATA: DUE
151 km (94 mi) from Sombo
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🌍 Sombo Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sombo Matter

The exact GPS location of Sombo gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Lunda Sul. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Lunda Sul state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Sombo Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Sombo are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sombo

The satellite view of Sombo lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Angola map

🌎 Regional Position of Sombo in Lunda Sul

Sombo sits within Lunda Sul, Angola, in the Africa region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Sombo Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sombo for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Lunda Sul. › Browse every city in Lunda Sul

💻 Using Sombo Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sombo in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Angola. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Sombo Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Sombo directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Sombo. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Lunda Sul CitiesAccess the full city directory for Lunda Sul ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Sombo Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sombo?

The GPS coordinates of Sombo are latitude -8.7448° and longitude 20.9834°. In directional format: 8.7448° S, 20.9834° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sombo in Lunda Sul and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sombo located?

Sombo is a city in Lunda Sul, Angola, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sombo?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sombo sits at: Latitude 8° 44' 41" S and Longitude 20° 59' 0" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Sombo on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sombo is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -8.7448, 20.9834 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sombo in Lunda Sul. For broader context, explore the Lunda Sul state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sombo?

The nearest airport to Sombo is Dundo Airport (DUE), roughly 151 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Sombo from Saurimo?

Sombo is approximately 121 km (75 mi) from Saurimo, the capital of Lunda Sul, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Lunda Sul.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Sombo?

Sombo sits at an elevation of approximately 999 meters (3,278 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Lunda Sul.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sombo?

The closest cities to Sombo include Muangueji, Saurimo, Cassengo. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Sombo today?

Today in Sombo, sunrise is at 05:46 AM and sunset is at 05:36 PM, giving a day length of 11h 49m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sombo's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sombo from the Equator?

Sombo is approximately 973 km (605 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 2,309 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Sombo?

The antipodal point of Sombo — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Napari Village, Kiribati, roughly 539 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Sombo from Luanda, the capital of Angola?

Sombo is approximately 852 km (529 mi) W of Luanda, the national capital of Angola, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.