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Kowanyama, Queensland, Australia – Australia Flag

Current Date And Time In Kowanyama, Australia

Friday, 14 August 2026
20:39:20 AEST
State: Queensland
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Timezone: UTC +10:00 (AEST)
Population: 964
District: Kowanyama

🗺 Map of Kowanyama, Queensland, Australia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kowanyama, a city in Queensland, Australia, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Kowanyama — 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 Kowanyama.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Kowanyama, Queensland

📍 LATITUDE
15.474°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
141.746°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)15.4736° S141.7457° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-15.4736141.7457
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)15° 28' 25" S141° 44' 44" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)15° 28.4172' S141° 44.7402' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kowanyama Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:49 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:26 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 36m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:37 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Kowanyama’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,723 km
(1,070 mi) • Kowanyama is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,207 km
(9,449 mi) • Kowanyama is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
15.474° N, 38.254° W
The point exactly opposite Kowanyama through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kowanyama, you'd surface nearest to Ponta do Sol, Cabo Verde, about 1,417 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 Kowanyama

📍 Location Details

CityKowanyama
StateQueensland
CountryAustralia
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
DistrictKowanyama
Time Zone+08:00 to +10:30

📈 Area & Population

Population964
Elevation15 m / 49 ft
GPS (DD)-15.4736, 141.7457

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kowanyama

Nearby Cities Found: 1 city
Parent State: Queensland
Parent Country: Australia
Neighboring Cities:

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 964
🏆 State Rank: #831 of 1058 most populous in Queensland
🏠 Share of Queensland Population: 0.017%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kowanyama 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 Queensland.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
PormpuraawQueenslandN65 km41 mi~1h 5m🗺 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 Kowanyama to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Brisbane
1,770 km (1,100 mi)
SE of Kowanyama • ~29h 30m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Canberra
2,322 km (1,443 mi)
S of Kowanyama • ~38h 42m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Queensland

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Brisbane-27.4679° S153.0281° E27 m0 km🗺 View Map
Gold Coast-28.0003° S153.4309° E12 m71 km🗺 View Map
Sunshine Coast-26.6568° S153.0796° E9 m90 km🗺 View Map
Logan City-27.6392° S153.1094° E39 m21 km🗺 View Map
Townsville-19.2664° S146.8057° E15 m1,111 km🗺 View Map
Cairns-16.9237° S145.7661° E7 m1,390 km🗺 View Map
Toowoomba-27.5606° S151.9539° E599 m106 km🗺 View Map
Mackay-21.1535° S149.1655° E11 m804 km🗺 View Map
Caloundra-26.8035° S153.122° E8 m74 km🗺 View Map
Rockhampton-23.3803° S150.506° E13 m520 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Kowanyama Airport
IATA: KWM
2 km (1 mi) from Kowanyama
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🌍 Kowanyama Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kowanyama Matter

The exact GPS location of Kowanyama gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Queensland. 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 Queensland state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kowanyama

The satellite view of Kowanyama 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 Australia map

🌎 Regional Position of Kowanyama in Queensland

Kowanyama sits within Queensland, Australia, in the Australia And Oceania 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 Kowanyama Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kowanyama 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 Queensland. › Browse every city in Queensland

💻 Using Kowanyama Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kowanyama 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 Australia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Kowanyama Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kowanyama Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kowanyama?

The GPS coordinates of Kowanyama are latitude -15.4736° and longitude 141.7457°. In directional format: 15.4736° S, 141.7457° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kowanyama in Queensland and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kowanyama located?

Kowanyama is a city in Queensland, Australia, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. It falls within Kowanyama. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Kowanyama?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kowanyama sits at: Latitude 15° 28' 25" S and Longitude 141° 44' 44" 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 Kowanyama?

Kowanyama has a population of approximately 964 people. This is roughly 0.017% of Queensland's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Queensland.

🗺 How can I view Kowanyama on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kowanyama is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -15.4736, 141.7457 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kowanyama in Queensland. For broader context, explore the Queensland state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kowanyama?

The nearest airport to Kowanyama is Kowanyama Airport (KWM), roughly 2 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Kowanyama from Brisbane?

Kowanyama is approximately 1,770 km (1,100 mi) from Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Queensland.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kowanyama?

Kowanyama sits at an elevation of approximately 15 meters (49 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Queensland.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kowanyama?

The closest cities to Kowanyama include Pormpuraaw. 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 Kowanyama today?

Today in Kowanyama, sunrise is at 06:49 AM and sunset is at 06:26 PM, giving a day length of 11h 36m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kowanyama's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kowanyama from the Equator?

Kowanyama is approximately 1,723 km (1,070 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 15,207 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 Kowanyama?

The antipodal point of Kowanyama — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Ponta do Sol, Cabo Verde, roughly 1,417 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 Kowanyama from Canberra, the capital of Australia?

Kowanyama is approximately 2,322 km (1,443 mi) S of Canberra, the national capital of Australia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.