Current Date And Time In Sohag, Egypt
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
00:35:16 EET
Capital: Sohag
Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EET)
Area: 11,218.00 km²
State Code: SHG
Explore the interactive satellite map of Sohag, a state or administrative region of Egypt, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sohag — 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 Sohag in Egypt.
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 Egypt operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 26.5591° N | 31.6957° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 26.5591 | 31.6957 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 26° 33' 33" N | 31° 41' 44" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 26° 33.5444' N | 31° 41.7402' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sohag 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 Egypt.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asyut | Egypt | NW | 85 km | 53 mi | ~1h 4m | 🗺 View |
| Qena | Egypt | SE | 111 km | 69 mi | ~1h 23m | 🗺 View |
| Luxor | Egypt | SE | 135 km | 84 mi | ~1h 41m | 🗺 View |
| Minya | Egypt | NW | 193 km | 120 mi | ~2h 25m | 🗺 View |
| Beni Suweif | Egypt | N | 261 km | 162 mi | ~3h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Aswan | Egypt | SE | 300 km | 187 mi | ~3h 45m | 🗺 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 Sohag, along with each city's aerial distance from Sohag, Sohag'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sohag | 26.557° N | 31.6948° E | 67 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Akhmim | 26.5622° N | 31.7457° E | 82 m | 5 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Girga | 26.3372° N | 31.893° E | 78 m | 31 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ţahţa | 26.7687° N | 31.502° E | 66 m | 30 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ţima | 26.9084° N | 31.4347° E | 66 m | 47 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Al Minshah | 26.4775° N | 31.8039° E | 74 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Juhaynah | 26.6742° N | 31.4969° E | 65 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Al Balyana | 26.2365° N | 32.0039° E | 74 m | 47 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Al Maraghah | 26.6998° N | 31.6046° E | 65 m | 18 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dar as Salam | 26.2785° N | 32.0561° E | 69 m | 47 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Sohag is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Egypt. 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 Sohag on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Egypt.
The satellite view of Sohag 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 Egypt national map
Sohag occupies a distinct geographic zone within Egypt 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 Sohag 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 Egypt. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Sohag 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 Egypt. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Sohag are latitude 26.5591° and longitude 31.6957°. In directional format: 26.5591° N, 31.6957° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Sohag in Egypt and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Sohag is a state or administrative region of Egypt, located in Africa. Its capital city is Sohag. View the exact position of Sohag on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sohag is at: Latitude 26° 33' 33" N and Longitude 31° 41' 44" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Sohag covers a total area of approximately 11,218.00 km² (4,331.29 mi²). This is roughly 1.12% of Egypt's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Sohag is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 26.5591, 31.6957 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sohag in Egypt. For broader context, explore the Egypt national map or nearby states.
Today in Sohag, sunrise is at 05:29 AM and sunset is at 06:20 PM, giving a day length of 12h 51m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sohag's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Sohag is approximately 2,957 km (1,837 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,156 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Sohag — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, roughly 376 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.
Sohag, the capital of Sohag, is approximately 392 km (244 mi) N of Cairo, the national capital of Egypt, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
