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Mossamedes, Namibe, Angola – Angola Flag

Current Date And Time In Mossamedes, Angola

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
13:12:13 WAT
State: Namibe
Currency: Angolan Kwanza (AOA)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 255,000

🗺 Map of Mossamedes, Namibe, Angola – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Mossamedes, a city in Namibe, 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 Mossamedes — 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 Mossamedes.

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 Mossamedes, Namibe

📍 LATITUDE
15.196°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
12.152°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)15.1961° S12.1522° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-15.196112.1522
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)15° 11' 46" S12° 9' 8" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)15° 11.7666' S12° 9.1332' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Mossamedes Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:28 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:04 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 36m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:16 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Mossamedes’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,692 km
(1,051 mi) • Mossamedes is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,305 km
(811 mi) • Mossamedes is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
15.196° N, 167.848° W
The point exactly opposite Mossamedes through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Mossamedes, you'd surface nearest to Kekaha, United States, about 1,141 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 Mossamedes

📍 Location Details

CityMossamedes
StateNamibe
CountryAngola
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+01:00
Founded1840-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population255,000
Area (km²)8.92 km²
Area (mi²)3.44 mi²
Pop. Density28,587.44 /km²
Elevation13 m / 43 ft
GPS (DD)-15.1961, 12.1522

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Mossamedes

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Namibe
Parent Country: Angola

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 255,000
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 5 most populous in Namibe
🏠 Share of Namibe Population: 54.070%
📏 Built-Up Area: 8.92 km²
👥 Population Density: 28,587 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mossamedes 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 Namibe.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
NamibeNamibeE1 km0 mi~1m🗺 View
SacomarNamibeN8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
TômbuaNamibeSW75 km47 mi~1h 15m🗺 View
VireiNamibeSE104 km65 mi~1h 44m🗺 View
CapangombeNamibeE106 km66 mi~1h 46m🗺 View
BentiabaNamibeN107 km67 mi~1h 47m🗺 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 Mossamedes to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Luanda
717 km (445 mi)
N of Mossamedes • ~11h 57m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Namibe

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Camucuio-14.1138° S13.2406° E712 m-🗺 View Map
Tômbua-15.8039° S11.8449° E11 m-🗺 View Map
Virei-15.727° S12.9496° E444 m-🗺 View Map
Bibala-14.7665° S13.3491° E909 m-🗺 View Map
Bentiaba-14.2581° S12.3908° E34 m-🗺 View Map
Cacimbas-14.0698° S13.5904° E812 m-🗺 View Map
Cainde-15.4976° S13.37° E596 m-🗺 View Map
Caitou-14.4833° S13.0833° E568 m-🗺 View Map
Capangombe-15.097° S13.1365° E519 m-🗺 View Map
Chingo-14.2205° S12.8962° E566 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Welwitschia Mirabilis International Airport
IATA: MSZ
7 km (5 mi) from Mossamedes
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🌍 Mossamedes Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Mossamedes Matter

The exact GPS location of Mossamedes gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Namibe. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Namibe state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Mossamedes 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 Mossamedes are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Mossamedes

The satellite view of Mossamedes 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 Mossamedes in Namibe

Mossamedes sits within Namibe, 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 Mossamedes Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Mossamedes 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 Namibe. › Browse every city in Namibe

💻 Using Mossamedes Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Mossamedes 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 Mossamedes Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Mossamedes 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 Mossamedes. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Namibe CitiesAccess the full city directory for Namibe ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Mossamedes Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Mossamedes?

The GPS coordinates of Mossamedes are latitude -15.1961° and longitude 12.1522°. In directional format: 15.1961° S, 12.1522° E. These coordinates mark the center of Mossamedes in Namibe and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Mossamedes located?

Mossamedes is a city in Namibe, 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 Mossamedes?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mossamedes sits at: Latitude 15° 11' 46" S and Longitude 12° 9' 8" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Mossamedes?

Mossamedes has a population of approximately 255,000 people. This is roughly 54.070% of Namibe's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Namibe.

🗺 How can I view Mossamedes on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Mossamedes is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -15.1961, 12.1522 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mossamedes in Namibe. For broader context, explore the Namibe state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Mossamedes?

The nearest airport to Mossamedes is Welwitschia Mirabilis International Airport (MSZ), roughly 7 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Mossamedes?

Mossamedes sits at an elevation of approximately 13 meters (43 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Namibe.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Mossamedes?

The closest cities to Mossamedes include Namibe, Sacomar, Tômbua. 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 Mossamedes today?

Today in Mossamedes, sunrise is at 06:28 AM and sunset is at 06:04 PM, giving a day length of 11h 36m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mossamedes's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Mossamedes from the Equator?

Mossamedes is approximately 1,692 km (1,051 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 1,305 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 Mossamedes?

The antipodal point of Mossamedes — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kekaha, United States, roughly 1,141 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 Mossamedes from Luanda, the capital of Angola?

Mossamedes is approximately 717 km (445 mi) N of Luanda, the national capital of Angola, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.