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Tessalit, Kidal, Mali – Mali Flag

Current Date And Time In Tessalit, Mali

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
21:24:01 GMT
State: Kidal
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)

🗺 Map of Tessalit, Kidal, Mali – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Tessalit, a city in Kidal, Mali, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Tessalit — 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 Tessalit.

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 Mali operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Tessalit, Kidal

📍 LATITUDE
20.201°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
1.012°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)20.2013° N1.0119° E
Signed Decimal Degrees20.20131.0119
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)20° 12' 5" N1° 0' 43" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)20° 12.0756' N1° 0.7116' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Tessalit Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:34 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:27 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 53m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:00 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Tessalit’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,249 km
(1,397 mi) • Tessalit is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
106 km
(66 mi) • Tessalit is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
20.201° S, 178.988° W
The point exactly opposite Tessalit through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Tessalit, you'd surface nearest to Tubou, Fiji, about 219 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 Tessalit

📍 Location Details

CityTessalit
StateKidal (Région de Kidal)
CountryMali
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Area (km²)30,000.00 km²
Area (mi²)11,583.06 mi²
Elevation517 m / 1,696 ft
GPS (DD)20.2013, 1.0119

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Tessalit

Nearby Cities Found: 1 city
Parent State: Kidal
Parent Country: Mali
Neighboring Cities:

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

📏 Built-Up Area: 30,000.00 km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Tessalit 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 Kidal.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AbeïbaraKidalSE143 km89 mi~2h 23m🗺 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.

🚗 Distance from Tessalit to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Kidal
200 km (124 mi)
S of Tessalit • ~3h 20m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bamako
1,277 km (793 mi)
SW of Tessalit • ~21h 17m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Kidal

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Kidal, the home state of Tessalit, along with each city's aerial distance from Kidal, Kidal's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kidal18.4435° N1.4092° E457 m0 km🗺 View Map
Abeïbara19.1167° N1.75° E538 m83 km🗺 View Map
Ti-n-Essako18.4506° N2.488° E487 m114 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport
IATA: BMW
131 km (81 mi) from Tessalit
🗺️ Map of other cities
🗺 Map of Kidal
🗺 Map of Ti-n-Essako
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🌍 Tessalit Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Tessalit Matter

The exact GPS location of Tessalit gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Kidal. 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 Kidal state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Tessalit Mapping

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 Tessalit are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Tessalit

The satellite view of Tessalit 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 Mali map

🌎 Regional Position of Tessalit in Kidal

Tessalit sits within Kidal, Mali, 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Tessalit Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Tessalit 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 Kidal. › Browse every city in Kidal

💻 Using Tessalit Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Tessalit 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 Mali. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Tessalit Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Tessalit directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Tessalit. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Kidal CitiesAccess the full city directory for Kidal ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Tessalit Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Tessalit?

The GPS coordinates of Tessalit are latitude 20.2013° and longitude 1.0119°. In directional format: 20.2013° N, 1.0119° E. These coordinates mark the center of Tessalit in Kidal and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Tessalit located?

Tessalit is a city in Kidal, Mali, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Tessalit?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Tessalit sits at: Latitude 20° 12' 5" N and Longitude 1° 0' 43" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Tessalit on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Tessalit is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 20.2013, 1.0119 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Tessalit in Kidal. For broader context, explore the Kidal state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Tessalit?

The nearest airport to Tessalit is Bordj Badji Mokhtar Airport (BMW), roughly 131 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Tessalit from Kidal?

Tessalit is approximately 200 km (124 mi) from Kidal, the capital of Kidal, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Kidal.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Tessalit?

Tessalit sits at an elevation of approximately 517 meters (1,696 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kidal.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Tessalit?

The closest cities to Tessalit include Abeïbara. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

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

Today in Tessalit, sunrise is at 05:34 AM and sunset is at 06:27 PM, giving a day length of 12h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Tessalit's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Tessalit from the Equator?

Tessalit is approximately 2,249 km (1,397 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 106 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 Tessalit?

The antipodal point of Tessalit — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tubou, Fiji, roughly 219 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.

🚗 How far is Tessalit from Bamako, the capital of Mali?

Tessalit is approximately 1,277 km (793 mi) SW of Bamako, the national capital of Mali, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.