Current Date And Time In South Governorate, Lebanon
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
13:59:11 EEST
Capital: Sidon
Currency: Lebanese Pound (LBP)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 500,000
Area: 929.60 km²
State Code: JA
Explore the interactive satellite map of South Governorate, a state or administrative region of Lebanon, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for South Governorate — 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 South Governorate in Lebanon.
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 Lebanon operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 33.2721° N | 35.2033° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 33.2721 | 35.2033 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 33° 16' 20" N | 35° 12' 12" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 33° 16.3289' N | 35° 12.1967' E |
| Population | 500,000 |
| Area (km²) | 929.60 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 358.92 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 144.99 /km² |
| Elevation | 4 m / 12 ft |
| Area Rank | #6 in Lebanon |
| Population Rank | #5 of 8 in Lebanon |
| GPS (DD) | 33.2721, 35.2033 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from South Governorate 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 Lebanon.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nabatieh | Lebanon | NE | 29 km | 18 mi | ~21m | 🗺 View |
| Mount Lebanon | Lebanon | NE | 70 km | 44 mi | ~53m | 🗺 View |
| Beirut | Lebanon | N | 74 km | 46 mi | ~56m | 🗺 View |
| Bekaa | Lebanon | NE | 91 km | 56 mi | ~1h 8m | 🗺 View |
| North Lebanon | Lebanon | NE | 142 km | 88 mi | ~1h 47m | 🗺 View |
| Baalbek-Hermel Governorate | Lebanon | NE | 153 km | 95 mi | ~1h 55m | 🗺 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 South Governorate, along with each city's aerial distance from Sidon, South Governorate'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidon | 33.5575° N | 35.3715° E | 9 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tyre | 33.2733° N | 35.1939° E | 7 m | 36 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ghazieh | 33.5175° N | 35.3689° E | 59 m | 4 km | 🗺 View Map |
| En Nâqoûra | 33.1181° N | 35.1397° E | 174 m | 53 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sarafand | 33.4495° N | 35.2995° E | 90 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Qâna | 33.2089° N | 35.2994° E | 315 m | 39 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Srîfa | 33.2814° N | 35.3967° E | 447 m | 31 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Aalma ech Chaab | 33.1045° N | 35.182° E | 383 m | 53 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Jezzine | 33.5417° N | 35.5844° E | 945 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of South Governorate is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Lebanon. 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 South Governorate on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Lebanon.
The satellite view of South Governorate 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 Lebanon national map
South Governorate occupies a distinct geographic zone within Lebanon 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 South Governorate 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 Lebanon. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for South Governorate 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 Lebanon. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of South Governorate are latitude 33.2721° and longitude 35.2033°. In directional format: 33.2721° N, 35.2033° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of South Governorate in Lebanon and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
South Governorate is a state or administrative region of Lebanon, located in Asia. Its capital city is Sidon. View the exact position of South Governorate on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, South Governorate is at: Latitude 33° 16' 20" N and Longitude 35° 12' 12" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
South Governorate covers a total area of approximately 929.60 km² (358.92 mi²). This is roughly 8.94% of Lebanon's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of South Governorate is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 33.2721, 35.2033 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate South Governorate in Lebanon. For broader context, explore the Lebanon national map or nearby states.
Today in South Governorate, sunrise is at 05:58 AM and sunset is at 07:30 PM, giving a day length of 13h 31m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from South Governorate's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
South Governorate is approximately 3,704 km (2,301 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,276 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of South Governorate — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, roughly 1,195 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.
Sidon, the capital of South Governorate, is approximately 39 km (24 mi) N of Beirut, the national capital of Lebanon, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
