Current Date And Time In Maseru District, Lesotho
Thursday, 30 July 2026
06:47:26 SAST
Capital: Maseru
Currency: Lesotho Loti (LSL)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (SAST)
Population: 519,186
Area: 4,279.00 km²
State Code: A
Explore the interactive satellite map of Maseru District, a state or administrative region of Lesotho, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Maseru District — 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 Maseru District in Lesotho.
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 Lesotho operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 29.5166° S | 27.8311° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -29.5166 | 27.8311 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 29° 30' 60" S | 27° 49' 52" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 29° 30.9939' S | 27° 49.8686' E |
| Population | 519,186 |
| Area (km²) | 4,279.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,652.13 mi² |
| Elevation | 2,185 m / 7,168 ft |
| Area Rank | #1 in Lesotho |
| Population Rank | #1 of 5 in Lesotho |
| GPS (DD) | -29.5166, 27.8311 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Maseru District 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 Lesotho.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berea | Lesotho | N | 35 km | 22 mi | ~26m | 🗺 View |
| Mafeteng District | Lesotho | SW | 57 km | 35 mi | ~43m | 🗺 View |
| Mohale's Hoek District | Lesotho | S | 63 km | 39 mi | ~47m | 🗺 View |
| Leribe | Lesotho | N | 75 km | 46 mi | ~56m | 🗺 View |
| Thaba-Tseka | Lesotho | E | 75 km | 47 mi | ~56m | 🗺 View |
| Butha-Buthe | Lesotho | NE | 93 km | 58 mi | ~1h 9m | 🗺 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 Maseru District, along with each city's aerial distance from Maseru, Maseru District'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maseru | -29.3167° S | 27.4833° E | 1,552 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Roma | -29.4467° S | 27.7081° E | 1,665 m | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nako | -29.6167° S | 27.7667° E | 1,818 m | 43 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mazenod | -29.419° S | 27.5689° E | 1,581 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Semonkong | -29.8433° S | 28.0504° E | 2,141 m | 80 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kolo | -29.6888° S | 27.6875° E | 1,986 m | 46 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Morija | -29.6298° S | 27.5135° E | 1,726 m | 35 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rothe | -29.5724° S | 27.4604° E | 1,598 m | 29 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ramabanta | -29.6673° S | 27.787° E | 1,800 m | 49 km | 🗺 View Map |
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The precise GPS location of Maseru District is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Lesotho. 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 Maseru District on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Lesotho.
The satellite view of Maseru District 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 Lesotho national map
Maseru District occupies a distinct geographic zone within Lesotho 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 Maseru District 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 Lesotho. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Maseru District 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 Lesotho. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Maseru District are latitude -29.5166° and longitude 27.8311°. In directional format: 29.5166° S, 27.8311° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Maseru District in Lesotho and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Maseru District is a state or administrative region of Lesotho, located in Africa. Its capital city is Maseru. View the exact position of Maseru District on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Maseru District is at: Latitude 29° 30' 60" S and Longitude 27° 49' 52" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Maseru District covers a total area of approximately 4,279.00 km² (1,652.13 mi²). This is roughly 14.10% of Lesotho's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Maseru District is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -29.5166, 27.8311 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Maseru District in Lesotho. For broader context, explore the Lesotho national map or nearby states.
Today in Maseru District, sunrise is at 06:53 AM and sunset is at 05:37 PM, giving a day length of 10h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Maseru District's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Maseru District is approximately 3,286 km (2,042 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 2,696 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Maseru District — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Huelo, United States, roughly 1,041 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.
