Current Date And Time In North Maluku, Indonesia
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
02:24:48 WIB
Capital: Sofifi
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (WIB)
Population: 1,300,000
Area: 31,982.50 km²
State Code: MU
Explore the interactive satellite map of North Maluku, a state or administrative region of Indonesia, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for North Maluku — 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 North Maluku in Indonesia.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Indonesia operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 1.571° N | 127.8088° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 1.571 | 127.8088 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 1° 34' 16" N | 127° 48' 32" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 1° 34.26' N | 127° 48.5262' E |
| Population | 1,300,000 |
| Area (km²) | 31,982.50 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 12,348.51 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 40.60 /km² |
| Elevation | 287 m / 940 ft |
| Area Rank | #27 in Indonesia |
| Population Rank | #33 of 38 in Indonesia |
| GPS (DD) | 1.571, 127.8088 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from North Maluku 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 Indonesia.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Sulawesi | Indonesia | W | 439 km | 273 mi | ~5h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Southwest Papua | Indonesia | SE | 525 km | 326 mi | ~6h 34m | 🗺 View |
| Gorontalo | Indonesia | W | 540 km | 336 mi | ~6h 45m | 🗺 View |
| Maluku | Indonesia | SE | 595 km | 369 mi | ~7h 26m | 🗺 View |
| West Papua | Indonesia | SE | 679 km | 422 mi | ~8h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Central Sulawesi | Indonesia | SW | 782 km | 486 mi | ~9h 47m | 🗺 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 North Maluku, along with each city's aerial distance from Sofifi, North Maluku'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ternate | 0.7907° N | 127.3842° E | 23 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sofifi | 0.7373° N | 127.5588° E | 9 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tobelo | 1.7284° N | 128.0095° E | 11 m | 121 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sanana | -2.0585° S | 125.9779° E | 10 m | 357 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kawasi | -1.5912° S | 127.4071° E | 3 m | 259 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Daruba | 2.0505° N | 128.294° E | 8 m | 167 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Maba | 0.7007° N | 128.292° E | 10 m | 82 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Galela | 1.8234° N | 127.7889° E | 56 m | 123 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Labuha | -0.6255° S | 127.4781° E | 5 m | 152 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Basiong | 0.7729° N | 127.3748° E | 30 m | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of North Maluku is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Indonesia. 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 North Maluku on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Indonesia.
The satellite view of North Maluku 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 Indonesia national map
North Maluku occupies a distinct geographic zone within Indonesia in the Asia 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 North Maluku 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 Indonesia. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for North Maluku 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 Indonesia. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of North Maluku are latitude 1.571° and longitude 127.8088°. In directional format: 1.571° N, 127.8088° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of North Maluku in Indonesia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
North Maluku is a state or administrative region of Indonesia, located in Asia. Its capital city is Sofifi. View the exact position of North Maluku on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, North Maluku is at: Latitude 1° 34' 16" N and Longitude 127° 48' 32" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
North Maluku covers a total area of approximately 31,982.50 km² (12,348.51 mi²). This is roughly 1.67% of Indonesia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of North Maluku is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 1.571, 127.8088 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate North Maluku in Indonesia. For broader context, explore the Indonesia national map or nearby states.
Today in North Maluku, sunrise is at 04:27 AM and sunset is at 04:40 PM, giving a day length of 12h 12m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from North Maluku's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
North Maluku is approximately 175 km (109 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 14,222 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of North Maluku — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Porto de Moz, Brazil, roughly 20 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.
Sofifi, the capital of North Maluku, is approximately 2,426 km (1,507 mi) W of Jakarta, the national capital of Indonesia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
