Current Date And Time In Mzimba, Malawi
Thursday, 13 August 2026
17:59:19 CAT
State: Northern Region
Currency: Malawian Kwacha (MWK)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 29,432
District: Mzimba District
Explore the interactive satellite map of Mzimba, a city in Northern Region, Malawi, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Mzimba — 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 Mzimba.
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 Malawi operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 11.9° S | 33.6° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -11.9 | 33.6 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 11° 54' 0" S | 33° 36' 0" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 11° 54' S | 33° 36' E |
| City | Mzimba |
| State | Northern Region |
| Country | Malawi |
| Continent | Africa |
| District | Mzimba District |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Population | 29,432 |
| Elevation | 1,339 m / 4,393 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -11.9, 33.6 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mzimba 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 Northern Region.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mzuzu | Northern Region | NE | 67 km | 41 mi | ~1h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Nkhata Bay | Northern Region | NE | 82 km | 51 mi | ~1h 22m | 🗺 View |
| Rumphi | Northern Region | N | 102 km | 63 mi | ~1h 42m | 🗺 View |
| Chisumulu | Northern Region | E | 112 km | 70 mi | ~1h 52m | 🗺 View |
| Likoma | Northern Region | E | 125 km | 77 mi | ~2h 5m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Northern Region, the home state of Mzimba, along with each city's aerial distance from Mzuzu, Northern Region's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mzuzu | -11.4656° S | 34.0207° E | 1,275 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Karonga | -9.9333° S | 33.9333° E | 486 m | 171 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rumphi | -11.0186° S | 33.8575° E | 1,084 m | 53 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chitipa | -9.7024° S | 33.2697° E | 1,286 m | 213 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nkhata Bay | -11.6066° S | 34.2907° E | 547 m | 33 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Likoma | -12.0667° S | 34.7333° E | 506 m | 102 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Livingstonia | -10.606° S | 34.1079° E | 1,353 m | 96 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chisumulu | -12.0286° S | 34.6242° E | 476 m | 91 km | 🗺 View Map |
Kamuzu International Airport IATA: LLW 211 km (131 mi) from Mzimba |
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| 🗺 Map of Livingstonia |
| 🗺 Map of Karonga |
The exact GPS location of Mzimba gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Northern Region. 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 Northern Region state-level map data
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 Mzimba are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Mzimba 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 Malawi map
Mzimba sits within Northern Region, Malawi, 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Mzimba 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 Northern Region. › Browse every city in Northern Region
Coordinates for Mzimba 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 Malawi. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Mzimba are latitude -11.9° and longitude 33.6°. In directional format: 11.9° S, 33.6° E. These coordinates mark the center of Mzimba in Northern Region and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Mzimba is a city in Northern Region, Malawi, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Mzimba District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mzimba sits at: Latitude 11° 54' 0" S and Longitude 33° 36' 0" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Mzimba has a population of approximately 29,432 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Northern Region.
The interactive satellite map of Mzimba is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -11.9, 33.6 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mzimba in Northern Region. For broader context, explore the Northern Region state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Mzimba is Kamuzu International Airport (LLW), roughly 211 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Mzimba is approximately 67 km (41 mi) from Mzuzu, the capital of Northern Region, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Northern Region.
Mzimba sits at an elevation of approximately 1,339 meters (4,393 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Northern Region.
The closest cities to Mzimba include Mzuzu, Nkhata Bay, Rumphi. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Mzimba, sunrise is at 05:58 AM and sunset is at 05:42 PM, giving a day length of 11h 44m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mzimba's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Mzimba is approximately 1,325 km (823 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,660 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Mzimba — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Leilani Estates, United States, roughly 1,240 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.
Mzimba is approximately 231 km (143 mi) S of Lilongwe, the national capital of Malawi, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
