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Current Date And Time In Maldives

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
01:44:49 MVT
Capital: Male
Currency: Maldivian rufiyaa (MVR)
Timezone: UTC +05:00 (MVT)
Population: 526,321

🗺️ Map of Maldives - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of Maldives featuring satellite imagery, geographic coordinates, regional boundaries and location intelligence. This comprehensive mapping tool provides accurate GPS positioning, territorial visualization and spatial data essential for business professionals, logistics planners, market researchers and location-based strategic decision-making.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time satellite views • Accurate latitude/longitude coordinates • Regional state mapping • Proximity analysis • Business location intelligence • Logistics route planning • Market territory insights • Mobile-responsive interface • Strategic geographic data for regional proximity analysis and territorial divisions research

🌐 Geographic Coordinates of Maldives

📍 LATITUDE
3.203°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
73.221°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)3.2028° N73.2207° E
Signed Decimal Degrees3.202873.2207
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)3° 12' 10" N73° 13' 14" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)3° 12.1667' N73° 13.2408' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Maldives Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:04 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:20 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 15m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:12 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Maldives’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Maldives’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
357 km
(222 mi) • Maldives's center is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,138 km
(5,057 mi) • Maldives's center is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
3.203° S, 106.779° W
The point exactly opposite Maldives's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Maldives, you'd surface nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, about 1,775 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Maldives

📍 Location Details

CountryMaldives
ContinentAsia
CapitalMale
Country CodeMDV
Time Zone+05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population526,321
Area (km²)300.00 km²
Area (mi²)115.83 mi²
Pop. Density1,766.18 /km²

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: Island nation - No land borders
Geographic Status: 🌊 Coastal Nation

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 298.0 km² (115.1 mi²)
🟢 Land: 298.0 km² (115.1 mi²) - 100.0%
🌍 World Share: 0.000% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #213 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #174 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #48 of 51 in Asia

🗺️ GPS Coordinates of Major States in Maldives

Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude and elevation), plus straight-line distance from Male, Maldives's national capital, for the largest states/provinces in Maldives. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.

State / RegionLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
Seenu-0.6058° S73.0914° E3 m424 km🗺 View Map
Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll0.3588° N73.1822° E-316 km🗺 View Map
Gaafu Alif Atoll0.6125° N73.3237° E-288 km🗺 View Map
Baa Atholhu5.2396° N72.9933° E-228 km🗺 View Map
Faadhippolhu Atoll5.3747° N73.5123° E-244 km🗺 View Map
Dhaalu Atholhu2.8469° N72.9461° E-50 km🗺 View Map
Faafu Atholhu3.2309° N72.9461° E-31 km🗺 View Map
Gnyaviyani Atoll-0.3006° S73.4239° E7 m390 km🗺 View Map
Haa Alifu Atholhu6.9903° N72.9461° E0 m422 km🗺 View Map
Haa Dhaalu Atholhu6.5783° N72.9461° E-377 km🗺 View Map

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Maldives

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Maldives, along with each city's aerial distance from Male, Maldives's national capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameStateLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
MaleKaafu Atoll4.1752° N73.5092° E8 m113 km🗺 View Map
FuvahmulahGnyaviyani Atoll-0.2988° S73.424° E9 m390 km🗺 View Map
HithadhooSeenu-0.6° S73.0833° E6 m423 km🗺 View Map
KulhudhuffushiHaa Dhaalu Atholhu6.6221° N73.07° E6 m381 km🗺 View Map
ThinadhooGaafu Dhaalu Atoll0.5306° N72.9997° E7 m298 km🗺 View Map
NaifaruFaadhippolhu Atoll5.4444° N73.3657° E6 m250 km🗺 View Map
HulhumaleKaafu Atoll4.2117° N73.5401° E-118 km🗺 View Map
DhihdhooHaa Alifu Atholhu6.8874° N73.114° E8 m410 km🗺 View Map
MaafushiKaafu Atoll3.9423° N73.4907° E1 m88 km🗺 View Map
ViligiliGaafu Alif Atoll0.7591° N73.433° E5 m273 km🗺 View Map
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🗺️ Complete Guide to Maldives Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding Maldives Geography

The interactive map of Maldives provides real-time satellite imagery combined with accurate geographic coordinates, enabling precise location intelligence for business professionals and strategic planners. This comprehensive mapping solution integrates territorial boundaries, regional divisions and GPS positioning data essential for logistics optimization, market territory analysis and location-based decision-making.

Geographic coordinates displayed include latitude and longitude values measured in decimal degrees, providing the exact center point of Maldives's territory. These coordinates serve as critical reference data for GPS navigation systems, geographic information systems (GIS), spatial database management and location-based service development.

🎯 Business Applications of Maldives Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across Maldives
  • Market Territory Analysis: Define sales regions, analyze market coverage and identify expansion opportunities
  • Site Selection: Evaluate potential business locations using geographic intelligence and proximity data
  • Supply Chain Management: Track shipments, monitor transportation corridors and analyze delivery zones
  • Competitive Intelligence: Map competitor locations, analyze geographic market share and identify underserved areas
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate geographic risk factors including natural hazards, political boundaries and infrastructure accessibility

🌐 Geographic Data & Coordinate Systems

The latitude and longitude coordinates presented on the Maldives map utilize the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) standard, ensuring compatibility with GPS devices, mapping software and international mapping platforms. Coordinates are displayed in decimal degrees format for precision and universal compatibility.

📊 Geographic Data Specifications:

  • Coordinate System: WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984)
  • Format: Decimal Degrees (DD)
  • Precision: Up to 6 decimal places for meter-level accuracy
  • Hemisphere Indicators: N/S for latitude, E/W for longitude
  • Map Projection: Mercator projection for web mapping

💡 Strategic Location Intelligence

  • Regional Proximity: Analyze neighboring countries for cross-border business opportunities and trade corridors
  • State/Province Mapping: Understand internal territorial divisions for regional market strategies
  • Distance Calculations: Measure aerial distances between locations for logistics cost estimation
  • Timezone Alignment: Coordinate operations across regions considering time differences
  • Infrastructure Mapping: Identify major cities, transportation hubs and communication networks
  • Market Density Analysis: Visualize population centers and economic activity zones

💡 Pro Tip: Use the interactive map's zoom and pan features to explore specific regions of Maldives. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our Maldives Mapping Solution

  • State/Region Access: Navigate to internal territorial divisions instantly
  • Free Geographic Data: No registration or payment required
  • Professional Tool: Ideal for business logistics, market research and strategic planning
  • Cross-Referenced Data: Links to population, timezone and national symbols data
  • API Integration Ready: Coordinates compatible with all major mapping platforms

Frequently Asked Questions About Maldives Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of Maldives?

The geographic center of Maldives is located at approximately 3.203° N (Latitude) and 73.221° E (Longitude). These coordinates use the WGS84 datum and provide the central reference point for geographic information systems and GPS navigation.

🗺️ How can I use Maldives map data for business?

Business professionals use Maldives mapping data for logistics optimization, market territory analysis, site selection, supply chain management and competitive intelligence. The geographic coordinates enable precise location tracking, while the interactive map helps visualize regional markets, transportation corridors and strategic business locations across Maldives.

🌍 Which countries border Maldives?

You can explore countries near Maldives by clicking on our Nearby Countries section. The sidebar also displays Map Of Other Countries showing neighboring nations within close geographic proximity, perfect for analyzing regional trade opportunities and cross-border business strategies.

📊 Can I see states and regions within Maldives?

Yes! Visit our Maldives States & Regions page to explore internal territorial divisions including provinces, states and administrative regions. This data is essential for regional market segmentation, territory management and localized business strategies within Maldives.

⏰ What timezone is Maldives in?

Maldives operates in UTC+05:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our Maldives Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the Maldives map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our Maldives interactive map is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures perfect viewing on all screen sizes with touch-friendly controls for zoom, pan and navigation. Access critical geographic intelligence on-the-go for field operations, sales territory management and location-based decision-making.

🔍 What other geographic data is available for Maldives?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for Maldives including population statistics, land area measurements, GDP/economic indicators, currency exchange rates, timezone offsets, national symbols, capital city information, ISO country codes, dialing codes, internet domains and neighboring country analysis. Visit the Maldives main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of Maldives show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes Maldives's key location facts in one place — continent, capital, country code and time zone, alongside population, total area in km² and mi², population density and elevation. It's a quick-reference snapshot for researchers, students and business users who need core geographic data without digging through multiple pages.

📍 Where can I find GPS coordinates for states and cities in Maldives?

Scroll down to the GPS Coordinates of Major States and GPS Coordinates of Major Cities tables on this page. Both list the largest states/provinces and cities in Maldives ranked by population, with precise latitude/longitude values and direct links to each location's own satellite map — useful for routing, GIS integration and location intelligence work.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Maldives today?

Today, measured from Maldives's geographic center, sunrise is at 06:04 AM and sunset is at 06:20 PM, giving a day length of 12h 15m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above. Note that a large country may span several time zones or sunrise/sunset times depending on the region.

📍 How far is Maldives from the Equator?

Maldives's geographic center is approximately 357 km (222 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere, and about 8,138 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Maldives?

The antipodal point of Maldives's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,775 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.