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Current Date And Time In Ghana

Thursday, 20 August 2026
05:33:42 GMT
Capital: Accra
Currency: Ghanaian cedi (GHS)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 34,530,682

🗺️ Map of Ghana - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of Ghana featuring satellite imagery, geographic coordinates, regional boundaries and location intelligence. This comprehensive mapping tool provides accurate GPS positioning, territorial visualization and spatial data essential for business professionals, logistics planners, market researchers and location-based strategic decision-making.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time satellite views • Accurate latitude/longitude coordinates • Regional state mapping • Proximity analysis • Business location intelligence • Logistics route planning • Market territory insights • Mobile-responsive interface • Strategic geographic data for regional proximity analysis and territorial divisions research

🌐 Geographic Coordinates of Ghana

📍 LATITUDE
7.947°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
1.023°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)7.9465° N1.0232° W
Signed Decimal Degrees7.9465-1.0232
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)7° 56' 47" N1° 1' 23" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)7° 56.7916' N1° 1.3916' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Ghana Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:55 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:19 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 23m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:07 PM
Calculated for today (20 Aug 2026) from Ghana’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
885 km
(550 mi) • Ghana's center is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
113 km
(70 mi) • Ghana's center is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
7.947° S, 178.977° E
The point exactly opposite Ghana's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Ghana, you'd surface nearest to Motufoua School, Tuvalu, about 60 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 Ghana

📍 Location Details

CountryGhana
ContinentAfrica
CapitalAccra
Country CodeGHA
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population34,530,682
Area (km²)239,460.00 km²
Area (mi²)92,455.98 mi²
Pop. Density151.76 /km²
Elevation125 m / 410 ft

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: 3 countries
Geographic Status: 🌊 Coastal Nation

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 238,533 km² (92,098 mi²)
🟢 Land: 227,533 km² (87,851 mi²) - 95.4%
🔵 Water: 11,000 km² (4,247 mi²) - 4.6%
🌍 World Share: 0.153% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #80 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #46 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #14 of 58 in Africa

✈️ Distance & Flight Time Calculator

Find the aerial distance from Ghana to all neighboring countries — measured capital city to capital city using the Haversine great-circle formula (the shortest path across Earth's surface). Each row shows the straight-line distance in both kilometers (km) and miles (mi), plus an estimated flight time calculated at a standard commercial cruise speed of 900 km/h.

Use this Ghana flight distance calculator to plan international travel, estimate fuel costs for charter flights, compare cross-border shipping routes and research how far Ghana is from its neighbors. Click the 🗺️ map link on any row to view the route visually on Google Maps.

Neighboring CountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Flight TimeMap
Burkina Faso
Capital: Ouagadougou
N481 km299 mi~ 32m🗺️ View
Ivory Coast
Capital: Yamoussoukro
W500 km311 mi~ 33m🗺️ View
Togo
Capital: Lome
E217 km135 mi~ 14m🗺️ View

Note: Distances are calculated as straight-line (great circle) distances between capital cities. Actual flight routes and times may vary based on air traffic, wind conditions and routing.

🗺️ GPS Coordinates of Major States in Ghana

Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude and elevation), plus straight-line distance from Accra, Ghana's national capital, for the largest states/provinces in Ghana. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.

State / RegionLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
Ahafo7.9559° N-1.6761° W379 m72 km🗺 View Map
Ashanti6.747° N-1.5209° W301 m144 km🗺 View Map
Bono7.9465° N-1.0232° W125 m0 km🗺 View Map
Bono East7.9571° N-1.3662° W170 m38 km🗺 View Map
Central5.6444° N-1.2891° W160 m258 km🗺 View Map
Eastern6.5781° N-0.4502° W455 m165 km🗺 View Map
Greater Accra5.8143° N0.0747° E20 m266 km🗺 View Map
North East7.9465° N-1.0232° W125 m0 km🗺 View Map
Northern9.3673° N-0.1495° W184 m185 km🗺 View Map
Oti7.9593° N0.1495° E125 m129 km🗺 View Map

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Ghana

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Ghana, along with each city's aerial distance from Accra, Ghana's national capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameStateLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
KumasiAshanti6.6885° N-1.6244° W270 m155 km🗺 View Map
AccraGreater Accra5.556° N-0.1969° W33 m281 km🗺 View Map
TamaleNorthern9.4008° N-0.8393° W196 m163 km🗺 View Map
TakoradiWestern4.8982° N-1.7603° W10 m349 km🗺 View Map
SekondiWestern4.9342° N-1.7145° W7 m344 km🗺 View Map
Cape CoastCentral5.1054° N-1.2466° W21 m317 km🗺 View Map
AtsiamanGreater Accra5.6978° N-0.3282° W45 m262 km🗺 View Map
AshaimanGreater Accra5.6995° N-0.0348° W23 m273 km🗺 View Map
ObuaseAshanti6.2023° N-1.668° W215 m207 km🗺 View Map
TemaGreater Accra5.6698° N-0.0166° W27 m276 km🗺 View Map
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🗺️ Complete Guide to Ghana Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding Ghana Geography

The interactive map of Ghana provides real-time satellite imagery combined with accurate geographic coordinates, enabling precise location intelligence for business professionals and strategic planners. This comprehensive mapping solution integrates territorial boundaries, regional divisions and GPS positioning data essential for logistics optimization, market territory analysis and location-based decision-making.

Geographic coordinates displayed include latitude and longitude values measured in decimal degrees, providing the exact center point of Ghana's territory. These coordinates serve as critical reference data for GPS navigation systems, geographic information systems (GIS), spatial database management and location-based service development.

🎯 Business Applications of Ghana Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across Ghana
  • Market Territory Analysis: Define sales regions, analyze market coverage and identify expansion opportunities
  • Site Selection: Evaluate potential business locations using geographic intelligence and proximity data
  • Supply Chain Management: Track shipments, monitor transportation corridors and analyze delivery zones
  • Competitive Intelligence: Map competitor locations, analyze geographic market share and identify underserved areas
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate geographic risk factors including natural hazards, political boundaries and infrastructure accessibility

🌐 Geographic Data & Coordinate Systems

The latitude and longitude coordinates presented on the Ghana map utilize the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) standard, ensuring compatibility with GPS devices, mapping software and international mapping platforms. Coordinates are displayed in decimal degrees format for precision and universal compatibility.

📊 Geographic Data Specifications:

  • Coordinate System: WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984)
  • Format: Decimal Degrees (DD)
  • Precision: Up to 6 decimal places for meter-level accuracy
  • Hemisphere Indicators: N/S for latitude, E/W for longitude
  • Map Projection: Mercator projection for web mapping

💡 Strategic Location Intelligence

  • Regional Proximity: Analyze neighboring countries for cross-border business opportunities and trade corridors
  • State/Province Mapping: Understand internal territorial divisions for regional market strategies
  • Distance Calculations: Measure aerial distances between locations for logistics cost estimation
  • Timezone Alignment: Coordinate operations across regions considering time differences
  • Infrastructure Mapping: Identify major cities, transportation hubs and communication networks
  • Market Density Analysis: Visualize population centers and economic activity zones

💡 Pro Tip: Use the interactive map's zoom and pan features to explore specific regions of Ghana. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our Ghana Mapping Solution

  • State/Region Access: Navigate to internal territorial divisions instantly
  • Free Geographic Data: No registration or payment required
  • Professional Tool: Ideal for business logistics, market research and strategic planning
  • Cross-Referenced Data: Links to population, timezone and national symbols data
  • API Integration Ready: Coordinates compatible with all major mapping platforms

Frequently Asked Questions About Ghana Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of Ghana?

The geographic center of Ghana is located at approximately 7.947° N (Latitude) and 1.023° W (Longitude). These coordinates use the WGS84 datum and provide the central reference point for geographic information systems and GPS navigation.

🗺️ How can I use Ghana map data for business?

Business professionals use Ghana mapping data for logistics optimization, market territory analysis, site selection, supply chain management and competitive intelligence. The geographic coordinates enable precise location tracking, while the interactive map helps visualize regional markets, transportation corridors and strategic business locations across Ghana.

🌍 Which countries border Ghana?

You can explore countries near Ghana by clicking on our Nearby Countries section. The sidebar also displays Map Of Other Countries showing neighboring nations within close geographic proximity, perfect for analyzing regional trade opportunities and cross-border business strategies.

📊 Can I see states and regions within Ghana?

Yes! Visit our Ghana States & Regions page to explore internal territorial divisions including provinces, states and administrative regions. This data is essential for regional market segmentation, territory management and localized business strategies within Ghana.

⏰ What timezone is Ghana in?

Ghana operates in UTC+00:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our Ghana Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the Ghana map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our Ghana interactive map is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures perfect viewing on all screen sizes with touch-friendly controls for zoom, pan and navigation. Access critical geographic intelligence on-the-go for field operations, sales territory management and location-based decision-making.

🔍 What other geographic data is available for Ghana?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for Ghana including population statistics, land area measurements, GDP/economic indicators, currency exchange rates, timezone offsets, national symbols, capital city information, ISO country codes, dialing codes, internet domains and neighboring country analysis. Visit the Ghana main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of Ghana show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes Ghana's key location facts in one place — continent, capital, country code and time zone, alongside population, total area in km² and mi², population density and elevation. It's a quick-reference snapshot for researchers, students and business users who need core geographic data without digging through multiple pages.

📍 Where can I find GPS coordinates for states and cities in Ghana?

Scroll down to the GPS Coordinates of Major States and GPS Coordinates of Major Cities tables on this page. Both list the largest states/provinces and cities in Ghana ranked by population, with precise latitude/longitude values and direct links to each location's own satellite map — useful for routing, GIS integration and location intelligence work.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Ghana today?

Today, measured from Ghana's geographic center, sunrise is at 05:55 AM and sunset is at 06:19 PM, giving a day length of 12h 23m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above. Note that a large country may span several time zones or sunrise/sunset times depending on the region.

📍 How far is Ghana from the Equator?

Ghana's geographic center is approximately 885 km (550 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere, and about 113 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 Ghana?

The antipodal point of Ghana's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Motufoua School, Tuvalu, roughly 60 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.