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Sawoi, Papua, Indonesia – Indonesia Flag

Current Date And Time In Sawoi, Indonesia

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
23:37:11 WIB
State: Papua
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (WIB)
District: Kabupaten Jayapura

🗺 Map of Sawoi, Papua, Indonesia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sawoi, a city in Papua, 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 Sawoi 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 Sawoi.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Sawoi, Papua

📍 LATITUDE
2.625°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
140.336°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)2.6246° S140.3356° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-2.6246140.3356
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)2° 37' 29" S140° 20' 8" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)2° 37.476' S140° 20.136' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sawoi Today

🔥 SUNRISE
03:42 AM
🌅 SUNSET
03:45 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 3m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
09:43 AM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Sawoi’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
292 km
(182 mi) • Sawoi is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,606 km
(9,697 mi) • Sawoi is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
2.625° N, 39.664° W
The point exactly opposite Sawoi through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sawoi, you'd surface nearest to AcaraΓΊ, Brazil, about 615 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 Sawoi

📍 Location Details

CitySawoi
StatePapua (Provinsi Irian Jaya)
CountryIndonesia
ContinentAsia
DistrictKabupaten Jayapura
Time Zone+07:00 to +09:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation90 m / 295 ft
GPS (DD)-2.6246, 140.3356

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sawoi

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Papua
Parent Country: Indonesia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sawoi 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 Papua.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
DepaprePapuaN16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
SentaniPapuaE21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View
GenyemPapuaW21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View
AbepuraPapuaE33 km21 mi~33m🗺 View
DemtaPapuaNW36 km22 mi~36m🗺 View
JayapuraPapuaE44 km27 mi~44m🗺 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 Sawoi to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Jakarta
3,733 km (2,320 mi)
W of Sawoi • ~62h 13m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Papua

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Papua, the home state of Sawoi, along with each city's aerial distance from Tidore, Papua's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Jayapura-2.5337° S140.7181° E11 m-🗺 View Map
Abepura-2.5964° S140.6324° E85 m-🗺 View Map
Sentani-2.5691° S140.5127° E100 m-🗺 View Map
Biak-1.1767° S136.082° E10 m-🗺 View Map
Fakfak-2.9248° S132.2981° E71 m-🗺 View Map
Sarmi-1.853° S138.7509° E7 m-🗺 View Map
Serui-1.8802° S136.2426° E10 m-🗺 View Map
Insrom-1.1447° S136.0313° E27 m-🗺 View Map
Ansus-1.7256° S135.8115° E11 m-🗺 View Map
Arbais-1.7393° S138.4043° E30 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Dortheys Hiyo Eluay International Airport
IATA: DJJ
21 km (13 mi) from Sawoi
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🌍 Sawoi Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sawoi Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sawoi

The satellite view of Sawoi 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 Indonesia map

🌎 Regional Position of Sawoi in Papua

Sawoi sits within Papua, Indonesia, in the Asia 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 Sawoi Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sawoi 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 Papua. › Browse every city in Papua

💻 Using Sawoi Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sawoi 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 Indonesia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Sawoi Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Sawoi Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sawoi?

The GPS coordinates of Sawoi are latitude -2.6246° and longitude 140.3356°. In directional format: 2.6246° S, 140.3356° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sawoi in Papua and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sawoi located?

Sawoi is a city in Papua, Indonesia, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Kabupaten Jayapura. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sawoi?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sawoi sits at: Latitude 2° 37' 29" S and Longitude 140° 20' 8" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Sawoi on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sawoi is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -2.6246, 140.3356 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sawoi in Papua. For broader context, explore the Papua state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sawoi?

The nearest airport to Sawoi is Dortheys Hiyo Eluay International Airport (DJJ), roughly 21 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Sawoi?

Sawoi sits at an elevation of approximately 90 meters (295 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Papua.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sawoi?

The closest cities to Sawoi include Depapre, Sentani, Genyem. 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 Sawoi today?

Today in Sawoi, sunrise is at 03:42 AM and sunset is at 03:45 PM, giving a day length of 12h 3m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sawoi's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sawoi from the Equator?

Sawoi is approximately 292 km (182 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 15,606 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 Sawoi?

The antipodal point of Sawoi — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to AcaraΓΊ, Brazil, roughly 615 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 Sawoi from Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia?

Sawoi is approximately 3,733 km (2,320 mi) W of Jakarta, the national capital of Indonesia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.