Current Date And Time In West Sumatra, Indonesia
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
14:18:16 WIB
Capital: Padang
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (WIB)
Population: 5,700,000
Area: 42,012.00 km²
State Code: SB
Explore the interactive satellite map of West Sumatra, 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 West Sumatra — 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 West Sumatra 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) | 0.7399° S | 100.8° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -0.7399 | 100.8 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 0° 44' 24" S | 100° 48' 0" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 0° 44.3964' S | 100° 48.0003' E |
| Population | 5,700,000 |
| Area (km²) | 42,012.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 16,220.92 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 135.70 /km² |
| Elevation | 369 m / 1,209 ft |
| Area Rank | #21 in Indonesia |
| Population Rank | #11 of 38 in Indonesia |
| GPS (DD) | -0.7399, 100.8 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from West Sumatra 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riau | Indonesia | NE | 153 km | 95 mi | ~1h 55m | 🗺 View |
| Jambi | Indonesia | E | 327 km | 203 mi | ~4h 6m | 🗺 View |
| North Sumatra | Indonesia | NW | 347 km | 215 mi | ~4h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Bengkulu | Indonesia | SE | 359 km | 223 mi | ~4h 29m | 🗺 View |
| South Sumatra | Indonesia | SE | 449 km | 279 mi | ~5h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Lampung | Indonesia | SE | 665 km | 413 mi | ~8h 19m | 🗺 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 West Sumatra, along with each city's aerial distance from Padang, West Sumatra'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padang | -0.9492° S | 100.3543° E | 6 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Payakumbuh | -0.2159° S | 100.6334° E | 517 m | 87 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bukittinggi | -0.3091° S | 100.3706° E | 927 m | 71 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pariaman | -0.619° S | 100.12° E | 4 m | 45 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Solok | -0.8006° S | 100.6571° E | 392 m | 38 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Padangpanjang | -0.456° S | 100.4052° E | 824 m | 55 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sijunjung | -0.7005° S | 100.9774° E | 167 m | 75 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tuapejat | -2.0283° S | 99.5894° E | 22 m | 147 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Air Bangis | 0.2018° N | 99.3799° E | 7 m | 168 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Alahanpanjang | -1.0749° S | 100.7935° E | 1,414 m | 51 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of West Sumatra 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 West Sumatra on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Indonesia.
The satellite view of West Sumatra 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
West Sumatra 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 West Sumatra 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 West Sumatra 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 West Sumatra are latitude -0.7399° and longitude 100.8°. In directional format: 0.7399° S, 100.8° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of West Sumatra in Indonesia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
West Sumatra is a state or administrative region of Indonesia, located in Asia. Its capital city is Padang. View the exact position of West Sumatra on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, West Sumatra is at: Latitude 0° 44' 24" S and Longitude 100° 48' 0" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
West Sumatra covers a total area of approximately 42,012.00 km² (16,220.92 mi²). This is roughly 2.19% of Indonesia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of West Sumatra is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -0.7399, 100.8 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate West Sumatra in Indonesia. For broader context, explore the Indonesia national map or nearby states.
Today in West Sumatra, sunrise is at 06:18 AM and sunset is at 06:25 PM, giving a day length of 12h 7m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from West Sumatra's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
West Sumatra is approximately 82 km (51 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 11,220 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of West Sumatra — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Santo Domingo de Onzole, Ecuador, roughly 16 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.
Padang, the capital of West Sumatra, is approximately 928 km (577 mi) SE of Jakarta, the national capital of Indonesia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
