Current Date And Time In Kanem, Chad
Thursday, 20 August 2026
07:11:47 WAT
Capital: Mao
Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Area: 114,520.00 km²
State Code: KA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Kanem, a state or administrative region of Chad, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Kanem — 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 Kanem in Chad.
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 Chad operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 14.8781° N | 15.4068° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 14.8781 | 15.4068 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 14° 52' 41" N | 15° 24' 25" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 14° 52.6876' N | 15° 24.4085' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kanem 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 Chad.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barh el Gazel | Chad | E | 162 km | 101 mi | ~2h 2m | 🗺 View |
| Lac | Chad | SW | 222 km | 138 mi | ~2h 47m | 🗺 View |
| Hadjer-Lamis | Chad | SE | 304 km | 189 mi | ~3h 48m | 🗺 View |
| N’Djaména | Chad | S | 309 km | 192 mi | ~3h 52m | 🗺 View |
| Batha | Chad | E | 342 km | 212 mi | ~4h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Chari-Baguirmi | Chad | S | 398 km | 247 mi | ~4h 58m | 🗺 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 Kanem, along with each city's aerial distance from Mao, Kanem'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mao | 14.1229° N | 15.3119° E | 350 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nokou | 14.579° N | 14.7793° E | 360 m | 77 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mondo | 13.7822° N | 15.5352° E | 309 m | 45 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rig-Rig | 14.2647° N | 14.3522° E | 307 m | 105 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Moussoro | 13.6481° N | 16.4936° E | 281 m | 138 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Kanem is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Chad. 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 Kanem on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Chad.
The satellite view of Kanem 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 Chad national map
Kanem occupies a distinct geographic zone within Chad 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 Kanem 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 Chad. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Kanem 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 Chad. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Kanem are latitude 14.8781° and longitude 15.4068°. In directional format: 14.8781° N, 15.4068° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Kanem in Chad and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Kanem is a state or administrative region of Chad, located in Africa. Its capital city is Mao. View the exact position of Kanem on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kanem is at: Latitude 14° 52' 41" N and Longitude 15° 24' 25" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Kanem covers a total area of approximately 114,520.00 km² (44,216.40 mi²). This is roughly 8.92% of Chad's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Kanem is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 14.8781, 15.4068 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kanem in Chad. For broader context, explore the Chad national map or nearby states.
Today in Kanem, sunrise is at 05:43 AM and sunset is at 06:19 PM, giving a day length of 12h 36m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kanem's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Kanem is approximately 1,656 km (1,029 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,658 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Kanem — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Roto, Cook Islands, roughly 468 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.
Mao, the capital of Kanem, is approximately 223 km (138 mi) S of N'Djamena, the national capital of Chad, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
