Current Date And Time In Western, Ghana
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
06:15:32 GMT
Capital: Sekondi-Takoradi
Currency: Ghanaian Cedi (GHS)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Area: 23,921.00 km²
State Code: WP
Explore the interactive satellite map of Western, a state or administrative region of Ghana, located in Africa. 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 Ghana.
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 Ghana operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 5.5573° N | 2.3024° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 5.5573 | -2.3024 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 33' 26" N | 2° 18' 9" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 33.436' N | 2° 18.1468' W |
| State / Region | Western |
| Country | Ghana |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Sekondi-Takoradi |
| State Code | WP |
| Time Zone | +00:00 |
| Area (km²) | 23,921.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 9,235.95 mi² |
| Elevation | 120 m / 394 ft |
| Area Rank | #3 in Ghana |
| GPS (DD) | 5.5573, -2.3024 |
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 Ghana.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western North | Ghana | NW | 90 km | 56 mi | ~1h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Central | Ghana | E | 113 km | 70 mi | ~1h 24m | 🗺 View |
| Ashanti | Ghana | NE | 158 km | 98 mi | ~1h 59m | 🗺 View |
| Eastern | Ghana | NE | 234 km | 145 mi | ~2h 56m | 🗺 View |
| Greater Accra | Ghana | E | 265 km | 164 mi | ~3h 18m | 🗺 View |
| Ahafo | Ghana | N | 276 km | 171 mi | ~3h 27m | 🗺 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 Sekondi-Takoradi, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Takoradi | 4.8982° N | -1.7603° W | 10 m | 3 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sekondi | 4.9342° N | -1.7145° W | 7 m | 5 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sekondi-Takoradi | 4.9268° N | -1.7577° W | 6 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tarkwa | 5.3038° N | -1.9896° W | 86 m | 49 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Prestea | 5.4339° N | -2.143° W | 54 m | 71 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Esim | 4.8664° N | -2.2418° W | 8 m | 54 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Elubo | 5.2852° N | -2.7666° W | 72 m | 119 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Shama Junction | 5.0181° N | -1.6644° W | 29 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Aboso | 5.3607° N | -1.9486° W | 92 m | 53 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Wassa-Akropong | 5.7872° N | -2.0836° W | 86 m | 102 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 Ghana. 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 Ghana.
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 Ghana national map
Western occupies a distinct geographic zone within Ghana in the Africa 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 Ghana. 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 Ghana. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Western are latitude 5.5573° and longitude -2.3024°. In directional format: 5.5573° N, 2.3024° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Western in Ghana and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Western is a state or administrative region of Ghana, located in Africa. Its capital city is Sekondi-Takoradi. 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 5° 33' 26" N and Longitude 2° 18' 9" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Western covers a total area of approximately 23,921.00 km² (9,235.95 mi²). This is roughly 9.99% of Ghana's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
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 5.5573, -2.3024 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Western in Ghana. For broader context, explore the Ghana national map or nearby states.
Today in Western, sunrise is at 06:03 AM and sunset is at 06:24 PM, giving a day length of 12h 20m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Western's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Western is approximately 619 km (384 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 255 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 Kua, Tuvalu, roughly 73 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.
