Current Date And Time In Northern Red Sea, Eritrea
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
20:10:53 EAT
Capital: Massawa
Currency: Eritrean Nakfa (ERN)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 897,438
Area: 27,800.00 km²
State Code: SK
Explore the interactive satellite map of Northern Red Sea, a state or administrative region of Eritrea, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Northern Red Sea — 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 Northern Red Sea in Eritrea.
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 Eritrea operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 16.2584° N | 38.8205° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 16.2584 | 38.8205 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 16° 15' 30" N | 38° 49' 14" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 16° 15.504' N | 38° 49.2327' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Northern Red Sea 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 Eritrea.
| State | Country | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maekel | Eritrea | 97 km | 61 mi | ~1h 13m | 🗺 View |
| Anseba | Eritrea | 111 km | 69 mi | ~1h 23m | 🗺 View |
| Debub | Eritrea | 150 km | 93 mi | ~1h 53m | 🗺 View |
| Gash-Barka | Eritrea | 158 km | 98 mi | ~1h 58m | 🗺 View |
| Southern Red Sea | Eritrea | 387 km | 240 mi | ~4h 50m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Northern Red Sea. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massawa | 23,100 | 15.6081° N | 39.4746° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Dehalak’ Kebir | 2,500 | 15.6833° N | 40.0167° E | 🗺 View Map |
| 🗺️ Map of other states |
|---|
| 🗺 Map of Maekel |
| 🗺 Map of Anseba |
| 🗺 Map of Debub |
| 🗺 Map of Gash-Barka |
| 🗺 Map of Southern Red Sea |
The precise GPS location of Northern Red Sea is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Eritrea. 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 Northern Red Sea on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Eritrea.
The satellite view of Northern Red Sea 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 Eritrea national map
Northern Red Sea occupies a distinct geographic zone within Eritrea 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 Northern Red Sea 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 Eritrea. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Northern Red Sea 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 Eritrea. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Northern Red Sea are latitude 16.2584° and longitude 38.8205°. In directional format: 16.2584° N, 38.8205° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Northern Red Sea in Eritrea and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Northern Red Sea is a state or administrative region of Eritrea, located in Africa. Its capital city is Massawa. View the exact position of Northern Red Sea on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Northern Red Sea is at: Latitude 16° 15' 30" N and Longitude 38° 49' 14" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Northern Red Sea covers a total area of approximately 27,800.00 km² (10,733.64 mi²). This is roughly 22.91% of Eritrea's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Northern Red Sea is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 16.2584, 38.8205 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Northern Red Sea in Eritrea. For broader context, explore the Eritrea national map or nearby states.
