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Current Date And Time In Kerugoya, Kenya

Thursday, 13 August 2026
01:15:06 EAT
Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 30,045

🗺 Map of Kerugoya, Kirinyaga County, Kenya – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kerugoya, a city in Kirinyaga 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 Kerugoya 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 Kerugoya.

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 Kerugoya, Kirinyaga County

📍 LATITUDE
0.499°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
37.28°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)0.4989° S37.2803° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-0.498937.2803
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)0° 29' 56" S37° 16' 49" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)0° 29.9322' S37° 16.8186' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kerugoya Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:31 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:39 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 8m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:35 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Kerugoya’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
56 km
(35 mi) • Kerugoya is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,150 km
(2,579 mi) • Kerugoya is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
0.499° N, 142.72° W
The point exactly opposite Kerugoya through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kerugoya, you'd surface nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, about 1,078 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 Kerugoya

📍 Location Details

CityKerugoya
StateKirinyaga County
CountryKenya
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population30,045
Elevation1,548 m / 5,079 ft
GPS (DD)-0.4989, 37.2803

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kerugoya

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 30,045
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 8 most populous in Kirinyaga County
🏠 Share of Kirinyaga County Population: 4.622%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kerugoya 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 Kirinyaga County.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KagumoKirinyaga CountyNW6 km3 mi~6m🗺 View
KianyagaKirinyaga CountyE8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
KutusKirinyaga CountySE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
KagioKirinyaga CountyS14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
KimbimbiKirinyaga CountySE17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
SaganaKirinyaga CountySW20 km13 mi~20m🗺 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 Kerugoya to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Nairobi
101 km (63 mi)
SW of Kerugoya • ~1h 41m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Kirinyaga County

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Wanguru-0.6839° S37.357° E1,150 m22 km🗺 View Map
Kagio-0.6248° S37.2555° E1,237 m14 km🗺 View Map
Sagana-0.6681° S37.2088° E1,194 m20 km🗺 View Map
Kutus-0.5753° S37.3269° E1,276 m10 km🗺 View Map
Kimbimbi-0.6223° S37.3648° E1,198 m17 km🗺 View Map
Kagumo-0.4734° S37.2374° E1,700 m6 km🗺 View Map
Kianyaga-0.4955° S37.3503° E1,489 m8 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Nanyuki Civil Airport
IATA: NYK
55 km (34 mi) from Kerugoya
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🌍 Kerugoya Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kerugoya Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kerugoya

The satellite view of Kerugoya 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 Kerugoya in Kirinyaga County

Kerugoya sits within Kirinyaga 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 Kerugoya Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kerugoya 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 Kirinyaga County. › Browse every city in Kirinyaga County

💻 Using Kerugoya Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kerugoya 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 Kerugoya Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kerugoya Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kerugoya?

The GPS coordinates of Kerugoya are latitude -0.4989° and longitude 37.2803°. In directional format: 0.4989° S, 37.2803° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kerugoya in Kirinyaga County and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kerugoya located?

Kerugoya is a city in Kirinyaga 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 Kerugoya?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kerugoya sits at: Latitude 0° 29' 56" S and Longitude 37° 16' 49" 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 Kerugoya?

Kerugoya has a population of approximately 30,045 people. This is roughly 4.622% of Kirinyaga County's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Kirinyaga County.

🗺 How can I view Kerugoya on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kerugoya is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -0.4989, 37.2803 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kerugoya in Kirinyaga County. For broader context, explore the Kirinyaga County state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kerugoya?

The nearest airport to Kerugoya is Nanyuki Civil Airport (NYK), roughly 55 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kerugoya?

Kerugoya sits at an elevation of approximately 1,548 meters (5,079 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kirinyaga County.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kerugoya?

The closest cities to Kerugoya include Kagumo, Kianyaga, Kutus. 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 Kerugoya today?

Today in Kerugoya, sunrise is at 06:31 AM and sunset is at 06:39 PM, giving a day length of 12h 8m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kerugoya's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kerugoya from the Equator?

Kerugoya is approximately 56 km (35 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,150 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 Kerugoya?

The antipodal point of Kerugoya — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, roughly 1,078 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 Kerugoya from Nairobi, the capital of Kenya?

Kerugoya is approximately 101 km (63 mi) SW of Nairobi, the national capital of Kenya, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.