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Mersa, Amhara, Ethiopia – Ethiopia Flag

Current Date And Time In Mersa, Ethiopia

Tuesday, 11 August 2026
21:46:10 EAT
State: Amhara
Currency: Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 36,300

🗺 Map of Mersa, Amhara, Ethiopia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Mersa, a city in Amhara, 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 Mersa — 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 Mersa.

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 Mersa, Amhara

📍 LATITUDE
11.667°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
39.65°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)11.6667° N39.65° E
Signed Decimal Degrees11.666739.65
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)11° 40' 0" N39° 38' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)11° 40.0002' N39° 39' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Mersa Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:09 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:43 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 34m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:26 PM
Calculated for today (11 Aug 2026) from Mersa’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,299 km
(807 mi) • Mersa is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,323 km
(2,686 mi) • Mersa is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
11.667° S, 140.35° W
The point exactly opposite Mersa through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Mersa, you'd surface nearest to Fatu-Hiva, French Polynesia, about 227 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 Mersa

📍 Location Details

CityMersa
StateAmhara (አማራ)
CountryEthiopia
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population36,300
Elevation1,721 m / 5,647 ft
GPS (DD)11.6667, 39.65

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Mersa

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Amhara
Parent Country: Ethiopia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 36,300
🏆 State Rank: #27 of 59 most populous in Amhara

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mersa 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 Amhara.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
WeldiyaAmharaN19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
RobitAmharaN39 km24 mi~39m🗺 View
Hayk’AmharaS41 km25 mi~41m🗺 View
DessieAmharaS59 km37 mi~59m🗺 View
KombolchaAmharaS66 km41 mi~1h 6m🗺 View
BatiAmharaSE66 km41 mi~1h 6m🗺 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 Mersa to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Bahir Dar
246 km (153 mi)
W of Mersa • ~4h 6m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Addis Ababa
310 km (193 mi)
S of Mersa • ~5h 10m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Amhara

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Gonder12.6° N37.4667° E2,201 m112 km🗺 View Map
Bahir Dar11.5936° N37.3908° E1,799 m0 km🗺 View Map
Dessie11.1333° N39.6333° E2,494 m250 km🗺 View Map
Debre Birhan9.6795° N39.5326° E2,830 m316 km🗺 View Map
Debre Mark’os10.35° N37.7333° E2,487 m143 km🗺 View Map
Kombolcha11.0816° N39.7434° E1,883 m263 km🗺 View Map
Debre Tabor11.85° N38.0167° E2,692 m74 km🗺 View Map
Weldiya11.8277° N39.5916° E1,892 m241 km🗺 View Map
Mot’a11.0833° N37.8667° E2,412 m77 km🗺 View Map
Finote Selam10.7° N37.2667° E1,914 m100 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Mekele Alula Aba Nega Airport
IATA: MQX
201 km (125 mi) from Mersa
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🌍 Mersa Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Mersa Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Mersa

The satellite view of Mersa 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 Mersa in Amhara

Mersa sits within Amhara, 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 Mersa Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Mersa 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 Amhara. › Browse every city in Amhara

💻 Using Mersa Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Mersa 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 Mersa Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Mersa Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Mersa?

The GPS coordinates of Mersa are latitude 11.6667° and longitude 39.65°. In directional format: 11.6667° N, 39.65° E. These coordinates mark the center of Mersa in Amhara and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Mersa located?

Mersa is a city in Amhara, 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 Mersa?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mersa sits at: Latitude 11° 40' 0" N and Longitude 39° 38' 60" 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 Mersa?

Mersa has a population of approximately 36,300 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Amhara.

🗺 How can I view Mersa on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Mersa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 11.6667, 39.65 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mersa in Amhara. For broader context, explore the Amhara state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Mersa?

The nearest airport to Mersa is Mekele Alula Aba Nega Airport (MQX), roughly 201 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Mersa from Bahir Dar?

Mersa is approximately 246 km (153 mi) from Bahir Dar, the capital of Amhara, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Amhara.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Mersa?

Mersa sits at an elevation of approximately 1,721 meters (5,647 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Amhara.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Mersa?

The closest cities to Mersa include Weldiya, Robit, Hayk’. 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 Mersa today?

Today in Mersa, sunrise is at 06:09 AM and sunset is at 06:43 PM, giving a day length of 12h 34m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mersa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Mersa from the Equator?

Mersa is approximately 1,299 km (807 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,323 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 Mersa?

The antipodal point of Mersa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Fatu-Hiva, French Polynesia, roughly 227 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 Mersa from Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia?

Mersa is approximately 310 km (193 mi) S of Addis Ababa, the national capital of Ethiopia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.