Current Date And Time In Southern Region, Malawi
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
15:42:04 CAT
Capital: Blantyre
Currency: Malawian Kwacha (MWK)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Area: 31,753.00 km²
State Code: S
Explore the interactive satellite map of Southern Region, a state or administrative region of 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 Southern Region — 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 Southern Region in Malawi.
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) | 15.4201° S | 35.0388° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -15.4201 | 35.0388 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 15° 25' 12" S | 35° 2' 20" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 15° 25.2071' S | 35° 2.329' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Southern Region 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 Malawi.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Region | Malawi | NW | 236 km | 146 mi | ~2h 57m | 🗺 View |
| Northern Region | Malawi | N | 505 km | 314 mi | ~6h 19m | 🗺 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 Southern Region, along with each city's aerial distance from Blantyre, Southern Region'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blantyre | -15.785° S | 35.0085° E | 1,041 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Zomba | -15.386° S | 35.3188° E | 949 m | 55 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mangochi | -14.4782° S | 35.2645° E | 484 m | 148 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Liwonde | -15.0667° S | 35.2254° E | 499 m | 83 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Balaka | -14.9793° S | 34.9558° E | 633 m | 90 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nsanje | -16.92° S | 35.262° E | 55 m | 129 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mwanza | -15.6026° S | 34.5248° E | 654 m | 56 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Monkey Bay | -14.0824° S | 34.9165° E | 484 m | 190 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mulanje | -16.0316° S | 35.5° E | 609 m | 59 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Luchenza | -16.0069° S | 35.3095° E | 682 m | 41 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Southern Region is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Malawi. 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 Southern Region on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Malawi.
The satellite view of Southern Region 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 Malawi national map
Southern Region occupies a distinct geographic zone within Malawi 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 Southern Region 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 Malawi. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Southern Region 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 Malawi. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Southern Region are latitude -15.4201° and longitude 35.0388°. In directional format: 15.4201° S, 35.0388° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Southern Region in Malawi and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Southern Region is a state or administrative region of Malawi, located in Africa. Its capital city is Blantyre. View the exact position of Southern Region on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Southern Region is at: Latitude 15° 25' 12" S and Longitude 35° 2' 20" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Southern Region covers a total area of approximately 31,753.00 km² (12,259.90 mi²). This is roughly 26.80% of Malawi's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Southern Region is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -15.4201, 35.0388 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Southern Region in Malawi. For broader context, explore the Malawi national map or nearby states.
Today in Southern Region, sunrise is at 05:48 AM and sunset is at 05:34 PM, giving a day length of 11h 46m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Southern Region's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Southern Region is approximately 1,717 km (1,067 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,760 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Southern Region — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Leilani Estates, United States, roughly 1,148 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.
