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Butere, Kakamega County, Kenya – Kenya Flag

Current Date And Time In Butere, Kenya

Thursday, 13 August 2026
06:52:09 EAT
Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 11,205

🗺 Map of Butere, Kakamega County, Kenya – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Butere, a city in Kakamega County, Kenya, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Butere — 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 Butere.

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 Kenya operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Butere, Kakamega County

📍 LATITUDE
0.207°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
34.49°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)0.2069° N34.4901° E
Signed Decimal Degrees0.206934.4901
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)0° 12' 25" N34° 29' 24" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)0° 12.4164' N34° 29.4036' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Butere Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:42 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:51 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 9m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:46 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Butere’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
23 km
(14 mi) • Butere is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,839 km
(2,386 mi) • Butere is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
0.207° S, 145.51° W
The point exactly opposite Butere through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Butere, you'd surface nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, about 1,132 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 Butere

📍 Location Details

CityButere
StateKakamega County
CountryKenya
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population11,205
Elevation1,380 m / 4,528 ft
GPS (DD)0.2069, 34.4901

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Butere

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Kakamega County
Parent Country: Kenya

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 11,205
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 7 most populous in Kakamega County
🏠 Share of Kakamega County Population: 0.560%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Butere 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 Kakamega County.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KhwiseroKakamega CountyE12 km8 mi~12m🗺 View
MumiasKakamega CountyN14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
ShiandaKakamega CountyNE16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
KakamegaKakamega CountyE30 km19 mi~30m🗺 View
KhayegaKakamega CountyE31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
MalavaKakamega CountyNE48 km30 mi~48m🗺 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 Butere to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Kakamega
30 km (19 mi)
E of Butere • ~30m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Nairobi
307 km (191 mi)
SE of Butere • ~5h 7m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Kakamega County

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kakamega0.2842° N34.7523° E1,563 m0 km🗺 View Map
Khwisero0.1712° N34.5947° E1,498 m22 km🗺 View Map
Mumias0.3347° N34.488° E1,321 m30 km🗺 View Map
Shianda0.3194° N34.5735° E1,391 m20 km🗺 View Map
Malava0.4471° N34.8539° E1,640 m21 km🗺 View Map
Khayega0.2089° N34.7708° E1,530 m9 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Kisumu International Airport
IATA: KIS
42 km (26 mi) from Butere
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🌍 Butere Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Butere Matter

The exact GPS location of Butere gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Kakamega County. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Kakamega County state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Butere

The satellite view of Butere 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 Kenya map

🌎 Regional Position of Butere in Kakamega County

Butere sits within Kakamega County, Kenya, in the Africa 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 Butere Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Butere 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 Kakamega County. › Browse every city in Kakamega County

💻 Using Butere Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Butere 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 Kenya. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Butere Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Butere Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Butere?

The GPS coordinates of Butere are latitude 0.2069° and longitude 34.4901°. In directional format: 0.2069° N, 34.4901° E. These coordinates mark the center of Butere in Kakamega County and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Butere located?

Butere is a city in Kakamega County, Kenya, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Butere?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Butere sits at: Latitude 0° 12' 25" N and Longitude 34° 29' 24" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Butere?

Butere has a population of approximately 11,205 people. This is roughly 0.560% of Kakamega County's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Kakamega County.

🗺 How can I view Butere on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Butere is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 0.2069, 34.4901 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Butere in Kakamega County. For broader context, explore the Kakamega County state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Butere?

The nearest airport to Butere is Kisumu International Airport (KIS), roughly 42 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Butere from Kakamega?

Butere is approximately 30 km (19 mi) from Kakamega, the capital of Kakamega County, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Kakamega County.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Butere?

Butere sits at an elevation of approximately 1,380 meters (4,528 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kakamega County.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Butere?

The closest cities to Butere include Khwisero, Mumias, Shianda. 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 Butere today?

Today in Butere, sunrise is at 06:42 AM and sunset is at 06:51 PM, giving a day length of 12h 9m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Butere's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Butere from the Equator?

Butere is approximately 23 km (14 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,839 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 Butere?

The antipodal point of Butere — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, roughly 1,132 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 Butere from Nairobi, the capital of Kenya?

Butere is approximately 307 km (191 mi) SE of Nairobi, the national capital of Kenya, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.