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Current Date And Time In Saint Catherine, Egypt

Thursday, 13 August 2026
08:55:40 EET
Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EET)
Population: 4,603

🗺 Map of Saint Catherine, South Sinai, Egypt – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Saint Catherine, a city in South Sinai, 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 Saint Catherine — 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 Saint Catherine.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Saint Catherine, South Sinai

📍 LATITUDE
28.562°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
33.949°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)28.5619° N33.9493° E
Signed Decimal Degrees28.561933.9493
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)28° 33' 43" N33° 56' 58" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)28° 33.7146' N33° 56.9604' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Saint Catherine Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:11 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:26 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 15m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:49 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Saint Catherine’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,180 km
(1,976 mi) • Saint Catherine is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,319 km
(2,063 mi) • Saint Catherine is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
28.562° S, 146.051° W
The point exactly opposite Saint Catherine through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Saint Catherine, you'd surface nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, about 674 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 Saint Catherine

📍 Location Details

CitySaint Catherine
StateSouth Sinai
CountryEgypt
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population4,603
Elevation1,586 m / 5,204 ft
GPS (DD)28.5619, 33.9493

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Saint Catherine

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: South Sinai
Parent Country: Egypt

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 4,603
🏆 State Rank: #5 of 6 most populous in South Sinai

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Saint Catherine 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 South Sinai.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Sant KatrinaSouth SinaiE0 km0 mi~0m🗺 View
El-TorSouth SinaiSW48 km30 mi~48m🗺 View
DahabSouth SinaiE54 km34 mi~54m🗺 View
Sharm el-SheikhSouth SinaiSE81 km50 mi~1h 21m🗺 View
Nuwaybi‘aSouth SinaiNE88 km55 mi~1h 28m🗺 View
TabaSouth SinaiNE138 km86 mi~2h 18m🗺 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 Saint Catherine to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • El-Tor
48 km (30 mi)
SW of Saint Catherine • ~48m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Cairo
310 km (193 mi)
NW of Saint Catherine • ~5h 10m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in South Sinai

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in South Sinai, the home state of Saint Catherine, along with each city's aerial distance from El-Tor, South Sinai's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Sharm el-Sheikh27.9158° N34.33° E11 m78 km🗺 View Map
El-Tor28.2417° N33.6222° E14 m0 km🗺 View Map
Dahab28.4821° N34.4951° E13 m89 km🗺 View Map
Nuwaybi‘a29.0468° N34.6634° E11 m135 km🗺 View Map
Taba29.492° N34.8957° E12 m186 km🗺 View Map
Sant Katrina28.562° N33.9501° E1,522 m48 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport
IATA: SSH
78 km (49 mi) from Saint Catherine
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🌍 Saint Catherine Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Saint Catherine Matter

The exact GPS location of Saint Catherine gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside South Sinai. 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 South Sinai state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Saint Catherine

The satellite view of Saint Catherine 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 Egypt map

🌎 Regional Position of Saint Catherine in South Sinai

Saint Catherine sits within South Sinai, Egypt, 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 Saint Catherine Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Saint Catherine 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 South Sinai. › Browse every city in South Sinai

💻 Using Saint Catherine Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Saint Catherine 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 Egypt. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Saint Catherine Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Saint Catherine Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Saint Catherine?

The GPS coordinates of Saint Catherine are latitude 28.5619° and longitude 33.9493°. In directional format: 28.5619° N, 33.9493° E. These coordinates mark the center of Saint Catherine in South Sinai and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Saint Catherine located?

Saint Catherine is a city in South Sinai, Egypt, 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 Saint Catherine?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Saint Catherine sits at: Latitude 28° 33' 43" N and Longitude 33° 56' 58" 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 Saint Catherine?

Saint Catherine has a population of approximately 4,603 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in South Sinai.

🗺 How can I view Saint Catherine on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Saint Catherine is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 28.5619, 33.9493 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Saint Catherine in South Sinai. For broader context, explore the South Sinai state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Saint Catherine?

The nearest airport to Saint Catherine is Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH), roughly 78 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Saint Catherine from El-Tor?

Saint Catherine is approximately 48 km (30 mi) from El-Tor, the capital of South Sinai, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in South Sinai.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Saint Catherine?

Saint Catherine sits at an elevation of approximately 1,586 meters (5,204 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for South Sinai.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Saint Catherine?

The closest cities to Saint Catherine include Sant Katrina, El-Tor, Dahab. 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 Saint Catherine today?

Today in Saint Catherine, sunrise is at 05:11 AM and sunset is at 06:26 PM, giving a day length of 13h 15m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Saint Catherine's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Saint Catherine from the Equator?

Saint Catherine is approximately 3,180 km (1,976 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,319 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 Saint Catherine?

The antipodal point of Saint Catherine — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, roughly 674 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 Saint Catherine from Cairo, the capital of Egypt?

Saint Catherine is approximately 310 km (193 mi) NW of Cairo, the national capital of Egypt, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.