Current Date And Time In Nakuru County, Kenya
Thursday, 27 August 2026
13:42:59 EAT
Capital: Nakuru
Currency: Kenyan Shilling (KES)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 2,500,000
Area: 7,509.50 km²
State Code: KE-31
Explore the interactive satellite map of Nakuru County, a state or administrative region of 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 Nakuru County — 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 Nakuru County in Kenya.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 0.4254° S | 36.0023° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -0.4254 | 36.0023 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 0° 25' 31" S | 36° 0' 8" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 0° 25.5215' S | 36° 0.1393' E |
| Population | 2,500,000 |
| Area (km²) | 7,509.50 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 2,899.43 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 333.60 /km² |
| Elevation | 2,099 m / 6,887 ft |
| Area Rank | #19 in Kenya |
| Population Rank | #3 of 42 in Kenya |
| GPS (DD) | -0.4254, 36.0023 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Nakuru County 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 Kenya.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyandarua County | Kenya | NE | 64 km | 40 mi | ~48m | 🗺 View |
| Kericho County | Kenya | NW | 64 km | 40 mi | ~48m | 🗺 View |
| Bomet County | Kenya | SW | 88 km | 55 mi | ~1h 6m | 🗺 View |
| Narok County | Kenya | S | 108 km | 67 mi | ~1h 21m | 🗺 View |
| Nyamira county | Kenya | W | 115 km | 71 mi | ~1h 26m | 🗺 View |
| Nyeri County | Kenya | E | 115 km | 72 mi | ~1h 27m | 🗺 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 Nakuru County, along with each city's aerial distance from Nakuru, Nakuru County'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nakuru | -0.3072° S | 36.0723° E | 1,802 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Naivasha | -0.7138° S | 36.4326° E | 1,902 m | 60 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gilgil | -0.504° S | 36.3185° E | 2,009 m | 35 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Molo | -0.2485° S | 35.7319° E | 2,451 m | 38 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Njoro | -0.3302° S | 35.9445° E | 2,169 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rongai | -0.1734° S | 35.8631° E | 1,875 m | 28 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Elburgon | -0.3004° S | 35.8094° E | 2,412 m | 29 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Maai Mahiu | -0.9886° S | 36.5854° E | 1,832 m | 95 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mai | -0.9817° S | 36.5864° E | 1,891 m | 94 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mau Narok | -0.6066° S | 36.0084° E | 2,652 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Nakuru County is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Kenya. 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 Nakuru County on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Kenya.
The satellite view of Nakuru County 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 Kenya national map
Nakuru County occupies a distinct geographic zone within Kenya in the Africa 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 Nakuru County 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 Kenya. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Nakuru County 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 Kenya. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Nakuru County are latitude -0.4254° and longitude 36.0023°. In directional format: 0.4254° S, 36.0023° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Nakuru County in Kenya and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Nakuru County is a state or administrative region of Kenya, located in Africa. Its capital city is Nakuru. View the exact position of Nakuru County on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Nakuru County is at: Latitude 0° 25' 31" S and Longitude 36° 0' 8" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Nakuru County covers a total area of approximately 7,509.50 km² (2,899.43 mi²). This is roughly 1.29% of Kenya's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Nakuru County is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -0.4254, 36.0023 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Nakuru County in Kenya. For broader context, explore the Kenya national map or nearby states.
Today in Nakuru County, sunrise is at 06:33 AM and sunset is at 06:41 PM, giving a day length of 12h 8m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Nakuru County's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Nakuru County is approximately 47 km (29 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,008 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Nakuru County — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, roughly 1,117 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.
