Current Date And Time In Afar, Ethiopia
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
23:44:35 EAT
Capital: Asaita
Currency: Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Area: 72,053.00 km²
State Code: AF
Explore the interactive satellite map of Afar, a state or administrative region of Ethiopia, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Afar — 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 Afar in Ethiopia.
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 Ethiopia operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 12.1056° N | 40.6347° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 12.1056 | 40.6347 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 12° 6' 20" N | 40° 38' 5" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 12° 6.3374' N | 40° 38.0811' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Afar 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 Ethiopia.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amhara | Ethiopia | W | 301 km | 187 mi | ~3h 46m | 🗺 View |
| Dire Dawa | Ethiopia | SE | 309 km | 192 mi | ~3h 51m | 🗺 View |
| Central Ethiopia Regional State | Ethiopia | S | 330 km | 205 mi | ~4h 7m | 🗺 View |
| South Ethiopia Regional State | Ethiopia | S | 330 km | 205 mi | ~4h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Tigray | Ethiopia | NW | 330 km | 205 mi | ~4h 8m | 🗺 View |
| Harari | Ethiopia | SE | 354 km | 220 mi | ~4h 26m | 🗺 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 Afar, along with each city's aerial distance from Asaita, Afar'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samara | 11.7934° N | 41.0058° E | 433 m | 53 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Asaita | 11.5684° N | 41.4387° E | 371 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Awash | 8.9936° N | 40.1664° E | 912 m | 318 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dubti | 11.7329° N | 41.082° E | 381 m | 43 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Logiya | 11.7262° N | 40.9797° E | 400 m | 53 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mehoni | 12.7988° N | 39.6445° E | 1,787 m | 238 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Arerti | 13.95° N | 40.6667° E | - | 278 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sifra | 11.6046° N | 40.0166° E | 936 m | 155 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mile | 11.4217° N | 40.7628° E | 491 m | 75 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gawane | 10.1666° N | 40.6469° E | 620 m | 178 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Afar is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Ethiopia. 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 Afar on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Ethiopia.
The satellite view of Afar 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 Ethiopia national map
Afar occupies a distinct geographic zone within Ethiopia 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 Afar 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 Ethiopia. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Afar 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 Ethiopia. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Afar are latitude 12.1056° and longitude 40.6347°. In directional format: 12.1056° N, 40.6347° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Afar in Ethiopia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Afar is a state or administrative region of Ethiopia, located in Africa. Its capital city is Asaita. View the exact position of Afar on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Afar is at: Latitude 12° 6' 20" N and Longitude 40° 38' 5" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Afar covers a total area of approximately 72,053.00 km² (27,819.81 mi²). This is roughly 6.39% of Ethiopia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Afar is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 12.1056, 40.6347 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Afar in Ethiopia. For broader context, explore the Ethiopia national map or nearby states.
Today in Afar, sunrise is at 06:04 AM and sunset is at 06:40 PM, giving a day length of 12h 35m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Afar's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Afar is approximately 1,348 km (837 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,423 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Afar — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Fatu-Hiva, French Polynesia, roughly 196 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.
