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Current Date And Time In Gawane, Ethiopia

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
00:32:32 EAT
State: Afar
Currency: Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 11,279

🗺 Map of Gawane, Afar, Ethiopia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Gawane, a city in Afar, 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 Gawane 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 Gawane.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Gawane, Afar

📍 LATITUDE
10.167°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
40.647°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)10.1666° N40.6469° E
Signed Decimal Degrees10.166640.6469
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)10° 9' 60" N40° 38' 49" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)10° 9.9948' N40° 38.8134' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Gawane Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:06 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:38 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 31m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:22 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Gawane’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,132 km
(703 mi) • Gawane is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,454 km
(2,767 mi) • Gawane is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
10.167° S, 139.353° W
The point exactly opposite Gawane through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Gawane, you'd surface nearest to Tahuata, French Polynesia, about 37 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 Gawane

📍 Location Details

CityGawane
StateAfar (αŠ α‹αˆ­)
CountryEthiopia
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population11,279
Elevation620 m / 2,034 ft
GPS (DD)10.1666, 40.6469

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Gawane

Nearby Cities Found: 2 cities
Parent State: Afar
Parent Country: Ethiopia
Neighboring Cities:

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 11,279
🏆 State Rank: #10 of 10 most populous in Afar

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gawane 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 Afar.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
MileAfarN140 km87 mi~2h 20m🗺 View
AwashAfarS141 km87 mi~2h 21m🗺 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 Gawane to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Asaita
178 km (111 mi)
NE of Gawane • ~2h 58m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Addis Ababa
244 km (152 mi)
SW of Gawane • ~4h 4m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Afar

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Samara11.7934° N41.0058° E433 m53 km🗺 View Map
Asaita11.5684° N41.4387° E371 m0 km🗺 View Map
Awash8.9936° N40.1664° E912 m318 km🗺 View Map
Dubti11.7329° N41.082° E381 m43 km🗺 View Map
Logiya11.7262° N40.9797° E400 m53 km🗺 View Map
Mehoni12.7988° N39.6445° E1,787 m238 km🗺 View Map
Arerti13.95° N40.6667° E-278 km🗺 View Map
Sifra11.6046° N40.0166° E936 m155 km🗺 View Map
Mile11.4217° N40.7628° E491 m75 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport
IATA: DIR
145 km (90 mi) from Gawane
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🌍 Gawane Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Gawane Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Gawane

The satellite view of Gawane 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 Ethiopia map

🌎 Regional Position of Gawane in Afar

Gawane sits within Afar, Ethiopia, 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 Gawane Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Gawane 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 Afar. › Browse every city in Afar

💻 Using Gawane Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Gawane 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 Ethiopia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Gawane Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Gawane Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Gawane?

The GPS coordinates of Gawane are latitude 10.1666° and longitude 40.6469°. In directional format: 10.1666° N, 40.6469° E. These coordinates mark the center of Gawane in Afar and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Gawane located?

Gawane is a city in Afar, Ethiopia, 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 Gawane?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Gawane sits at: Latitude 10° 9' 60" N and Longitude 40° 38' 49" 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 Gawane?

Gawane has a population of approximately 11,279 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Afar.

🗺 How can I view Gawane on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Gawane is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 10.1666, 40.6469 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Gawane in Afar. For broader context, explore the Afar state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Gawane?

The nearest airport to Gawane is Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR), roughly 145 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Gawane from Asaita?

Gawane is approximately 178 km (111 mi) from Asaita, the capital of Afar, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Afar.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Gawane?

Gawane sits at an elevation of approximately 620 meters (2,034 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Afar.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Gawane?

The closest cities to Gawane include Mile, Awash. 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 Gawane today?

Today in Gawane, sunrise is at 06:06 AM and sunset is at 06:38 PM, giving a day length of 12h 31m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Gawane's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Gawane from the Equator?

Gawane is approximately 1,132 km (703 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,454 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 Gawane?

The antipodal point of Gawane — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tahuata, French Polynesia, roughly 37 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 Gawane from Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia?

Gawane is approximately 244 km (152 mi) SW of Addis Ababa, the national capital of Ethiopia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.