Current Date And Time In Boma, Democratic Republic Of The Congo
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
15:36:25 WAT
State: Bas-Congo
Currency: Congolese Franc (CDF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 297,009
District: Boma (city)
Explore the interactive satellite map of Boma, a city in Bas-Congo, Democratic Republic Of The Congo, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Boma — 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 Boma.
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 Democratic Republic Of The Congo operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 5.851° S | 13.0536° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -5.851 | 13.0536 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 51' 4" S | 13° 3' 13" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 51.0588' S | 13° 3.2184' E |
| City | Boma |
| State | Bas-Congo |
| Country | Democratic Republic Of The Congo |
| Continent | Africa |
| District | Boma (city) |
| Time Zone | +01:00 to +02:00 |
| Population | 297,009 |
| Area (km²) | 65.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 25.10 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 4,569.37 /km² |
| Elevation | 11 m / 36 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -5.851, 13.0536 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Boma 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 Bas-Congo.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matadi | Bas-Congo | E | 45 km | 28 mi | ~45m | 🗺 View |
| Kenge | Bas-Congo | E | 67 km | 42 mi | ~1h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Moanda | Bas-Congo | W | 76 km | 47 mi | ~1h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Tshela | Bas-Congo | N | 96 km | 59 mi | ~1h 36m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Bas-Congo, the home state of Boma, along with each city's aerial distance from Matadi, Bas-Congo's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matadi | -5.8386° S | 13.4631° E | 183 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mbanza-Ngungu | -5.2584° S | 14.8584° E | 735 m | 167 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Moanda | -5.9275° S | 12.3715° E | 30 m | 121 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Inkisi | -5.1312° S | 15.0541° E | 516 m | 193 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kimpese | -5.5615° S | 14.4316° E | 326 m | 112 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tshela | -4.9971° S | 12.9484° E | 163 m | 110 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kenge | -5.7652° S | 13.6571° E | 241 m | 23 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kasangulu | -4.5833° S | 15.1655° E | 413 m | 235 km | 🗺 View Map |
Soyo Airport IATA: SZA 82 km (51 mi) from Boma |
| 🗺️ Map of other cities |
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| 🗺 Map of Kimpese |
| 🗺 Map of Mbanza-Ngungu |
The exact GPS location of Boma gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Bas-Congo. 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 Bas-Congo state-level map data
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 Boma are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Boma 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 Democratic Republic Of The Congo map
Boma sits within Bas-Congo, Democratic Republic Of The Congo, 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Boma 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 Bas-Congo. › Browse every city in Bas-Congo
Coordinates for Boma 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 Democratic Republic Of The Congo. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Boma are latitude -5.851° and longitude 13.0536°. In directional format: 5.851° S, 13.0536° E. These coordinates mark the center of Boma in Bas-Congo and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Boma is a city in Bas-Congo, Democratic Republic Of The Congo, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Boma (city). View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Boma sits at: Latitude 5° 51' 4" S and Longitude 13° 3' 13" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Boma has a population of approximately 297,009 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Bas-Congo.
The interactive satellite map of Boma is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -5.851, 13.0536 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Boma in Bas-Congo. For broader context, explore the Bas-Congo state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Boma is Soyo Airport (SZA), roughly 82 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Boma is approximately 45 km (28 mi) from Matadi, the capital of Bas-Congo, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Bas-Congo.
Boma sits at an elevation of approximately 11 meters (36 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Bas-Congo.
The closest cities to Boma include Matadi, Kenge, Moanda. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Boma, sunrise is at 06:14 AM and sunset is at 06:11 PM, giving a day length of 11h 56m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Boma's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Boma is approximately 651 km (405 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 1,446 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Boma — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Napari Village, Kiribati, roughly 865 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.
Boma is approximately 302 km (188 mi) NE of Kinshasa, the national capital of Democratic Republic Of The Congo, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
