Current Date And Time In Chikwawa, Malawi
Thursday, 13 August 2026
04:43:42 CAT
State: Southern Region
Currency: Malawian Kwacha (MWK)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 6,987
District: Chikwawa District
Explore the interactive satellite map of Chikwawa, a city in Southern 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 Chikwawa — 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 Chikwawa.
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) | 16.0335° S | 34.8009° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -16.0335 | 34.8009 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 16° 2' 1" S | 34° 48' 3" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 16° 2.0112' S | 34° 48.0546' E |
| City | Chikwawa |
| State | Southern Region |
| Country | Malawi |
| Continent | Africa |
| District | Chikwawa District |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Population | 6,987 |
| Elevation | 106 m / 348 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -16.0335, 34.8009 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Chikwawa 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 Southern Region.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blantyre | Southern Region | NE | 35 km | 22 mi | ~35m | 🗺 View |
| Thyolo | Southern Region | E | 36 km | 23 mi | ~36m | 🗺 View |
| Makata | Southern Region | NE | 37 km | 23 mi | ~37m | 🗺 View |
| Ngabu | Southern Region | S | 53 km | 33 mi | ~53m | 🗺 View |
| Chiradzulu | Southern Region | NE | 54 km | 34 mi | ~54m | 🗺 View |
| Luchenza | Southern Region | E | 54 km | 34 mi | ~54m | 🗺 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 Southern Region, the home state of Chikwawa, along with each city's aerial distance from Blantyre, Southern 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Chileka International Airport IATA: BLZ 44 km (27 mi) from Chikwawa |
The exact GPS location of Chikwawa gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Southern 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 Southern 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 Chikwawa are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Chikwawa 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
Chikwawa sits within Southern 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 Chikwawa 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 Southern Region. › Browse every city in Southern Region
Coordinates for Chikwawa 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 Chikwawa are latitude -16.0335° and longitude 34.8009°. In directional format: 16.0335° S, 34.8009° E. These coordinates mark the center of Chikwawa in Southern Region and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Chikwawa is a city in Southern Region, Malawi, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Chikwawa District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Chikwawa sits at: Latitude 16° 2' 1" S and Longitude 34° 48' 3" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Chikwawa has a population of approximately 6,987 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Southern Region.
The interactive satellite map of Chikwawa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -16.0335, 34.8009 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Chikwawa in Southern Region. For broader context, explore the Southern Region state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Chikwawa is Chileka International Airport (BLZ), roughly 44 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Chikwawa is approximately 35 km (22 mi) from Blantyre, the capital of Southern Region, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Southern Region.
Chikwawa sits at an elevation of approximately 106 meters (348 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Southern Region.
The closest cities to Chikwawa include Blantyre, Thyolo, Makata. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Chikwawa, sunrise is at 05:58 AM and sunset is at 05:33 PM, giving a day length of 11h 35m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Chikwawa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Chikwawa is approximately 1,785 km (1,109 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,723 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Chikwawa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Leilani Estates, United States, roughly 1,098 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.
Chikwawa is approximately 254 km (158 mi) NW of Lilongwe, the national capital of Malawi, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
