Current Date And Time In Kinshasa, Democratic Republic Of The Congo
Monday, 27 July 2026
05:26:34 WAT
National Capital: Kinshasa
Currency: Congolese Franc (CDF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 14,565,700
Area: 2.87 km²
Explore the interactive satellite map of Kinshasa, a state or administrative region of 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 Kinshasa — 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 Kinshasa in Democratic Republic Of The Congo.
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) | 4.3033° S | 15.3105° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -4.3033 | 15.3105 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 4° 18' 12" S | 15° 18' 38" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 4° 18.1952' S | 15° 18.6317' E |
| State / Region | Kinshasa |
| Country | Democratic Republic Of The Congo |
| Continent | Africa |
| Time Zone | +01:00 to +02:00 |
| Population | 14,565,700 |
| Area (km²) | 2.87 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1.11 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 1,461.69 /km² |
| Elevation | 278 m / 913 ft |
| Area Rank | #23 in Democratic Republic Of The Congo |
| Population Rank | #1 of 1 in Democratic Republic Of The Congo |
| GPS (DD) | -4.3033, 15.3105 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kinshasa 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 Democratic Republic Of The Congo.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bas-Congo | Democratic Republic Of The Congo | SW | 263 km | 164 mi | ~3h 17m | 🗺 View |
| Kwilu | Democratic Republic Of The Congo | E | 346 km | 215 mi | ~4h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Kwango | Democratic Republic Of The Congo | SE | 353 km | 219 mi | ~4h 24m | 🗺 View |
| Mai-Ndombe | Democratic Republic Of The Congo | NE | 393 km | 244 mi | ~4h 54m | 🗺 View |
| Kasai | Democratic Republic Of The Congo | E | 604 km | 376 mi | ~7h 33m | 🗺 View |
| Équateur | Democratic Republic Of The Congo | NE | 667 km | 414 mi | ~8h 20m | 🗺 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 Kinshasa, along with each city's aerial distance from the 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinshasa | -4.3276° S | 15.3136° E | 281 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Masina | -4.3836° S | 15.3914° E | 288 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Kinshasa is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Democratic Republic Of The Congo. 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 Kinshasa on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Democratic Republic Of The Congo.
The satellite view of Kinshasa 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 Democratic Republic Of The Congo national map
Kinshasa occupies a distinct geographic zone within Democratic Republic Of The Congo 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 Kinshasa 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 Democratic Republic Of The Congo. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Kinshasa 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 Democratic Republic Of The Congo. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Kinshasa are latitude -4.3033° and longitude 15.3105°. In directional format: 4.3033° S, 15.3105° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Kinshasa in Democratic Republic Of The Congo and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Kinshasa is a state or administrative region of Democratic Republic Of The Congo, located in Africa. View the exact position of Kinshasa on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kinshasa is at: Latitude 4° 18' 12" S and Longitude 15° 18' 38" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Kinshasa covers a total area of approximately 2.87 km² (1.11 mi²). This is roughly 0.00% of Democratic Republic Of The Congo's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Kinshasa is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -4.3033, 15.3105 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kinshasa in Democratic Republic Of The Congo. For broader context, explore the Democratic Republic Of The Congo national map or nearby states.
Today in Kinshasa, sunrise is at 06:06 AM and sunset is at 06:03 PM, giving a day length of 11h 57m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kinshasa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Kinshasa is approximately 479 km (298 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 1,700 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Kinshasa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Napari Village, Kiribati, roughly 590 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.
