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Tadjoura, Tadjourah, Djibouti – Djibouti Flag

Current Date And Time In Tadjoura, Djibouti

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
17:13:00 EAT
State: Tadjourah
Currency: Djiboutian Franc (DJF)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 19,533

🗺 Map of Tadjoura, Tadjourah, Djibouti – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Tadjoura, a city in Tadjourah, Djibouti, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Tadjoura β€” 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 Tadjoura.

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 Djibouti operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Tadjoura, Tadjourah

📍 LATITUDE
11.788°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
42.882°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)11.7878° N42.8822° E
Signed Decimal Degrees11.787842.8822
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)11° 47' 16" N42° 52' 56" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)11° 47.2668' N42° 52.9332' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Tadjoura Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:56 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:30 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 34m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:13 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Tadjoura’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,312 km
(815 mi) • Tadjoura is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,673 km
(2,904 mi) • Tadjoura is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
11.788° S, 137.118° W
The point exactly opposite Tadjoura through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Tadjoura, you'd surface nearest to Fatu-Hiva, French Polynesia, about 221 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 Tadjoura

📍 Location Details

CityTadjoura
StateTadjourah
CountryDjibouti
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population19,533
Area (km²)3.00 km²
Area (mi²)1.16 mi²
Pop. Density6,511.00 /km²
Elevation3 m / 10 ft
GPS (DD)11.7878, 42.8822

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Tadjoura

Nearby Cities Found: 4 cities
Parent State: Tadjourah
Parent Country: Djibouti

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 19,533
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 5 most populous in Tadjourah
🏠 Share of Tadjourah Population: 21.536%
📏 Built-Up Area: 3.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 6,511 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Tadjoura 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 Tadjourah.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AdailouTadjourahN18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
RandaTadjourahW25 km16 mi~25m🗺 View
AirolafTadjourahW25 km16 mi~25m🗺 View
DorraTadjourahNW60 km37 mi~60m🗺 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 Tadjoura to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Djibouti
36 km (22 mi)
SE of Tadjoura • ~36m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Tadjourah

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Randa11.8469° N42.6606° E897 m25 km🗺 View Map
Dorra12.1503° N42.4762° E290 m60 km🗺 View Map
Airolaf11.7703° N42.6519° E1,462 m25 km🗺 View Map
Adailou11.9519° N42.9054° E1,292 m18 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Djibouti-Ambouli Airport
IATA: JIB
40 km (25 mi) from Tadjoura
States By Alphabets

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🌍 Tadjoura Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Tadjoura Matter

The exact GPS location of Tadjoura gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Tadjourah. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Tadjourah state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Tadjoura

The satellite view of Tadjoura 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 Djibouti map

🌎 Regional Position of Tadjoura in Tadjourah

Tadjoura sits within Tadjourah, Djibouti, 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Tadjoura Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Tadjoura 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 Tadjourah. › Browse every city in Tadjourah

💻 Using Tadjoura Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Tadjoura 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 Djibouti. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Tadjoura Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Tadjoura Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Tadjoura?

The GPS coordinates of Tadjoura are latitude 11.7878° and longitude 42.8822°. In directional format: 11.7878° N, 42.8822° E. These coordinates mark the center of Tadjoura in Tadjourah and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Tadjoura located?

Tadjoura is a city in Tadjourah, Djibouti, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Tadjoura?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Tadjoura sits at: Latitude 11° 47' 16" N and Longitude 42° 52' 56" 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 Tadjoura?

Tadjoura has a population of approximately 19,533 people. This is roughly 21.536% of Tadjourah's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Tadjourah.

🗺 How can I view Tadjoura on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Tadjoura is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 11.7878, 42.8822 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Tadjoura in Tadjourah. For broader context, explore the Tadjourah state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Tadjoura?

The nearest airport to Tadjoura is Djibouti-Ambouli Airport (JIB), roughly 40 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Tadjoura?

Tadjoura sits at an elevation of approximately 3 meters (10 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Tadjourah.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Tadjoura?

The closest cities to Tadjoura include Adailou, Randa, Airolaf. 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 Tadjoura today?

Today in Tadjoura, sunrise is at 05:56 AM and sunset is at 06:30 PM, giving a day length of 12h 34m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Tadjoura's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Tadjoura from the Equator?

Tadjoura is approximately 1,312 km (815 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,673 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 Tadjoura?

The antipodal point of Tadjoura — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Fatu-Hiva, French Polynesia, roughly 221 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 Tadjoura from Djibouti, the capital of Djibouti?

Tadjoura is approximately 36 km (22 mi) SE of Djibouti, the national capital of Djibouti, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.