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Current Date And Time In Adwa, Ethiopia

Wednesday, 26 August 2026
11:09:39 EAT
State: Tigray
Currency: Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 85,600

🗺 Map of Adwa, Tigray, Ethiopia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Adwa, a city in Tigray, 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 Adwa — 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 Adwa.

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 Adwa, Tigray

📍 LATITUDE
14.163°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
38.899°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)14.1635° N38.8992° E
Signed Decimal Degrees14.163538.8992
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)14° 9' 48" N38° 53' 57" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)14° 9.8082' N38° 53.9544' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Adwa Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:11 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:41 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 30m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:26 PM
Calculated for today (26 Aug 2026) from Adwa’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,577 km
(980 mi) • Adwa is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,199 km
(2,609 mi) • Adwa is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
14.163° S, 141.101° W
The point exactly opposite Adwa through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Adwa, you'd surface nearest to Otepa, French Polynesia, about 439 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 Adwa

📍 Location Details

CityAdwa
StateTigray
CountryEthiopia
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population85,600
Elevation1,895 m / 6,217 ft
GPS (DD)14.1635, 38.8992

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Adwa

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 85,600
🏆 State Rank: #5 of 18 most populous in Tigray

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Adwa 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 Tigray.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AksumTigrayW20 km12 mi~20m🗺 View
Intich’oTigrayNE30 km19 mi~30m🗺 View
AdigratTigrayE62 km38 mi~1h 2m🗺 View
Hagere SelamTigraySE64 km40 mi~1h 4m🗺 View
Inda SilaseTigrayW67 km42 mi~1h 7m🗺 View
Abiy AdiTigrayS67 km42 mi~1h 7m🗺 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 Adwa to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Mekele
96 km (60 mi)
SE of Adwa • ~1h 36m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Addis Ababa
572 km (355 mi)
S of Adwa • ~9h 32m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Tigray

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Mek'ele13.4967° N39.4753° E2,068 m1 km🗺 View Map
Adigrat14.277° N39.462° E2,457 m87 km🗺 View Map
Inda Silase14.1031° N38.2829° E1,912 m145 km🗺 View Map
Aksum14.1211° N38.7234° E2,131 m106 km🗺 View Map
Alamata12.416° N39.5597° E1,554 m120 km🗺 View Map
Wik’ro13.7953° N39.603° E2,002 m37 km🗺 View Map
Maych’ew12.7875° N39.5422° E2,400 m79 km🗺 View Map
Dolo13.4992° N39.6372° E2,379 m19 km🗺 View Map
Sheraro14.4008° N37.934° E1,170 m194 km🗺 View Map
Korem12.5058° N39.5228° E2,487 m110 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Axum Airport
IATA: AXU
14 km (9 mi) from Adwa
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🌍 Adwa Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Adwa Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Adwa

The satellite view of Adwa 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 Adwa in Tigray

Adwa sits within Tigray, 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 Adwa Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Adwa 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 Tigray. › Browse every city in Tigray

💻 Using Adwa Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Adwa 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 Adwa Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Adwa Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Adwa?

The GPS coordinates of Adwa are latitude 14.1635° and longitude 38.8992°. In directional format: 14.1635° N, 38.8992° E. These coordinates mark the center of Adwa in Tigray and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Adwa located?

Adwa is a city in Tigray, 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 Adwa?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Adwa sits at: Latitude 14° 9' 48" N and Longitude 38° 53' 57" 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 Adwa?

Adwa has a population of approximately 85,600 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Tigray.

🗺 How can I view Adwa on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Adwa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 14.1635, 38.8992 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Adwa in Tigray. For broader context, explore the Tigray state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Adwa?

The nearest airport to Adwa is Axum Airport (AXU), roughly 14 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Adwa from Mekele?

Adwa is approximately 96 km (60 mi) from Mekele, the capital of Tigray, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Tigray.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Adwa?

Adwa sits at an elevation of approximately 1,895 meters (6,217 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Tigray.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Adwa?

The closest cities to Adwa include Aksum, Intich’o, Adigrat. 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 Adwa today?

Today in Adwa, sunrise is at 06:11 AM and sunset is at 06:41 PM, giving a day length of 12h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Adwa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Adwa from the Equator?

Adwa is approximately 1,577 km (980 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,199 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 Adwa?

The antipodal point of Adwa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Otepa, French Polynesia, roughly 439 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 Adwa from Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia?

Adwa is approximately 572 km (355 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.