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Farato, Upper River, Gambia – Gambia Flag

Current Date And Time In Farato, Gambia

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
03:45:52 GMT
Currency: Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 15,017

🗺 Map of Farato, Upper River, Gambia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Farato, a city in Upper River, Gambia, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Farato 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 Farato.

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 Gambia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Farato, Upper River

📍 LATITUDE
13.4°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
14.217°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)13.4° N14.2167° W
Signed Decimal Degrees13.4-14.2167
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)13° 24' 0" N14° 13' 0" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)13° 24' N14° 13.0002' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Farato Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:42 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:21 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 38m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:01 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Farato’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,492 km
(927 mi) • Farato is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,540 km
(957 mi) • Farato is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
13.4° S, 165.783° E
The point exactly opposite Farato through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Farato, you'd surface nearest to Sola, Vanuatu, about 198 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 Farato

📍 Location Details

CityFarato
StateUpper River
CountryGambia
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population15,017
Elevation30 m / 98 ft
GPS (DD)13.4, -14.2167

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Farato

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Upper River
Parent Country: Gambia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 15,017
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 30 most populous in Upper River
🏠 Share of Upper River Population: 6.267%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Farato 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 Upper River.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KerewanUpper RiverS4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
Tuba-WuliUpper RiverNW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
AlohungariUpper RiverS9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
Basse Santa SuUpper RiverS10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
Giroba KundaUpper RiverS11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
Daba KundaUpper RiverSW13 km8 mi~13m🗺 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 Farato to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Basse Santa Su
10 km (6 mi)
S of Farato • ~10m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Banjul
255 km (159 mi)
W of Farato • ~4h 15m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Upper River

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Upper River, the home state of Farato, along with each city's aerial distance from Basse Santa Su, Upper River's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Basse Santa Su13.31° N-14.2137° W15 m0 km🗺 View Map
Gambissar13.3167° N-13.95° W25 m29 km🗺 View Map
Garawol13.4167° N-13.95° W15 m31 km🗺 View Map
Sabi13.2333° N-14.2° W39 m9 km🗺 View Map
Koina13.4833° N-13.8667° W17 m42 km🗺 View Map
Badja Kunda13.4667° N-14.05° W19 m25 km🗺 View Map
Kulari13.4° N-14.0833° W21 m17 km🗺 View Map
Alohungari13.3167° N-14.2333° W21 m2 km🗺 View Map
Demba Kunda13.25° N-14.2667° W39 m9 km🗺 View Map
Diabugu13.3833° N-14.4° W17 m22 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Osvaldo Vieira International Airport
IATA: OXB
229 km (142 mi) from Farato
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🌍 Farato Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Farato Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Farato

The satellite view of Farato 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 Gambia map

🌎 Regional Position of Farato in Upper River

Farato sits within Upper River, Gambia, 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 Farato Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Farato 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 Upper River. › Browse every city in Upper River

💻 Using Farato Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Farato 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 Gambia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Farato Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Farato Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Farato?

The GPS coordinates of Farato are latitude 13.4° and longitude -14.2167°. In directional format: 13.4° N, 14.2167° W. These coordinates mark the center of Farato in Upper River and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Farato located?

Farato is a city in Upper River, Gambia, 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 Farato?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Farato sits at: Latitude 13° 24' 0" N and Longitude 14° 13' 0" W. 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 Farato?

Farato has a population of approximately 15,017 people. This is roughly 6.267% of Upper River's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Upper River.

🗺 How can I view Farato on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Farato is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 13.4, -14.2167 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Farato in Upper River. For broader context, explore the Upper River state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Farato?

The nearest airport to Farato is Osvaldo Vieira International Airport (OXB), roughly 229 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Farato from Basse Santa Su?

Farato is approximately 10 km (6 mi) from Basse Santa Su, the capital of Upper River, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Upper River.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Farato?

Farato sits at an elevation of approximately 30 meters (98 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Upper River.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Farato?

The closest cities to Farato include Kerewan, Tuba-Wuli, Alohungari. 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 Farato today?

Today in Farato, sunrise is at 06:42 AM and sunset is at 07:21 PM, giving a day length of 12h 38m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Farato's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Farato from the Equator?

Farato is approximately 1,492 km (927 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,540 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 Farato?

The antipodal point of Farato — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Sola, Vanuatu, roughly 198 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 Farato from Banjul, the capital of Gambia?

Farato is approximately 255 km (159 mi) W of Banjul, the national capital of Gambia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.