Current Date And Time In South-West, Cameroon
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
21:45:00 WAT
Capital: Buea
Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Area: 25,410.00 km²
State Code: SW
Explore the interactive satellite map of South-West, a state or administrative region of Cameroon, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for South-West — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of South-West in Cameroon.
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 Cameroon operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 5.1573° N | 9.3673° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 5.1573 | 9.3673 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 9' 26" N | 9° 22' 2" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 9.441' N | 9° 22.0385' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from South-West to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Cameroon.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Littoral | Cameroon | SE | 135 km | 84 mi | ~1h 42m | 🗺 View |
| West | Cameroon | E | 162 km | 101 mi | ~2h 2m | 🗺 View |
| North-West | Cameroon | NE | 188 km | 117 mi | ~2h 21m | 🗺 View |
| Centre | Cameroon | E | 266 km | 165 mi | ~3h 19m | 🗺 View |
| South | Cameroon | SE | 375 km | 233 mi | ~4h 41m | 🗺 View |
| Adamaoua | Cameroon | NE | 428 km | 266 mi | ~5h 21m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in South-West, along with each city's aerial distance from Buea, South-West's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kumba | 4.6363° N | 9.4469° E | 244 m | 58 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Buea | 4.1534° N | 9.2423° E | 859 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Limbe | 4.0236° N | 9.2061° E | 74 m | 15 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tiko | 4.075° N | 9.3601° E | 33 m | 16 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mutengene | 4.0913° N | 9.3144° E | 241 m | 11 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Muyuka | 4.2898° N | 9.4103° E | 41 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Fontem | 5.4685° N | 9.8818° E | 902 m | 162 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bamusso | 4.4591° N | 8.9027° E | 8 m | 51 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tombel | 4.7466° N | 9.6705° E | 485 m | 81 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ekondo Titi | 4.603° N | 9.0404° E | 48 m | 55 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of South-West is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Cameroon. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for South-West on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Cameroon.
The satellite view of South-West helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Cameroon national map
South-West occupies a distinct geographic zone within Cameroon in the Africa region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of South-West for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Cameroon. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for South-West 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 region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Cameroon. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of South-West are latitude 5.1573° and longitude 9.3673°. In directional format: 5.1573° N, 9.3673° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of South-West in Cameroon and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
South-West is a state or administrative region of Cameroon, located in Africa. Its capital city is Buea. View the exact position of South-West on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, South-West is at: Latitude 5° 9' 26" N and Longitude 9° 22' 2" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
South-West covers a total area of approximately 25,410.00 km² (9,810.85 mi²). This is roughly 5.34% of Cameroon's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of South-West is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.1573, 9.3673 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate South-West in Cameroon. For broader context, explore the Cameroon national map or nearby states.
Today in South-West, sunrise is at 06:17 AM and sunset is at 06:37 PM, giving a day length of 12h 20m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from South-West's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
South-West is approximately 574 km (357 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,039 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of South-West — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Atafu, Tokelau, roughly 429 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 place.
Buea, the capital of South-West, is approximately 254 km (158 mi) E of Yaounde, the national capital of Cameroon, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
