Current Date And Time In Western, Fiji
Saturday, 01 August 2026
00:26:32 FJT
Explore the interactive satellite map of Western, a state or administrative region of Fiji, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Western — 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 Western in Fiji.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Fiji operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 17.7511° S | 177.7763° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -17.7511 | 177.7763 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 17° 45' 4" S | 177° 46' 35" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 17° 45.0651' S | 177° 46.58' E |
| State / Region | Western |
| Country | Fiji |
| Continent | Australia And Oceania |
| Capital | Lautoka |
| State Code | W |
| Time Zone | +12:00 |
| Elevation | 206 m / 676 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -17.7511, 177.7763 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Western 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 Fiji.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central | Fiji | SE | 54 km | 34 mi | ~41m | 🗺 View |
| Eastern | Fiji | E | 109 km | 68 mi | ~1h 22m | 🗺 View |
| Northern | Fiji | NE | 182 km | 113 mi | ~2h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Rotuma | Fiji | N | 588 km | 366 mi | ~7h 21m | 🗺 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 Western, along with each city's aerial distance from Lautoka, Western'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lautoka | -17.6169° S | 177.4505° E | 47 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nadi | -17.8031° S | 177.4162° E | 9 m | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sigatoka | -18.1431° S | 177.5069° E | 6 m | 59 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ba | -17.5343° S | 177.6741° E | 11 m | 25 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tavua | -17.4422° S | 177.8622° E | 10 m | 48 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vaileka | -17.3789° S | 178.1533° E | 13 m | 79 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vatukoula | -17.5014° S | 177.8498° E | 60 m | 44 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rakiraki | -17.3993° S | 178.0705° E | 218 m | 70 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Western is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Fiji. 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 Western on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Fiji.
The satellite view of Western 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 Fiji national map
Western occupies a distinct geographic zone within Fiji in the Australia And Oceania 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 Western 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 Fiji. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Western 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 Fiji. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Western are latitude -17.7511° and longitude 177.7763°. In directional format: 17.7511° S, 177.7763° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Western in Fiji and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Western is a state or administrative region of Fiji, located in Australia And Oceania. Its capital city is Lautoka. View the exact position of Western on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Western is at: Latitude 17° 45' 4" S and Longitude 177° 46' 35" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
The interactive satellite map of Western is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -17.7511, 177.7763 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Western in Fiji. For broader context, explore the Fiji national map or nearby states.
Today in Western, sunrise is at 06:34 AM and sunset is at 05:55 PM, giving a day length of 11h 21m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Western's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Western is approximately 1,976 km (1,228 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 18,848 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Western — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Gourma Rharous, Mali, roughly 102 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.
Lautoka, the capital of Western, is approximately 118 km (73 mi) SE of Suva, the national capital of Fiji, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.