Current Date And Time In Tombouctou, Mali
Tuesday, 28 July 2026
18:23:02 GMT
Capital: Timbuktu
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 905,000
Area: 56.44 km²
State Code: 6
Explore the interactive satellite map of Tombouctou, a state or administrative region of 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 Tombouctou — 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 Tombouctou in Mali.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 16.7702° N | 3.0083° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 16.7702 | -3.0083 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 16° 46' 13" N | 3° 0' 30" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 16° 46.2117' N | 3° 0.4952' W |
| Population | 905,000 |
| Area (km²) | 56.44 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 21.79 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 1.80 /km² |
| Elevation | 275 m / 901 ft |
| Area Rank | #12 in Mali |
| Population Rank | #7 of 11 in Mali |
| GPS (DD) | 16.7702, -3.0083 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Tombouctou 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 Mali.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mopti | Mali | SW | 283 km | 176 mi | ~3h 33m | 🗺 View |
| Gao | Mali | E | 321 km | 200 mi | ~4h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Ségou | Mali | SW | 450 km | 279 mi | ~5h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Kidal | Mali | E | 504 km | 313 mi | ~6h 18m | 🗺 View |
| Sikasso | Mali | SW | 510 km | 317 mi | ~6h 22m | 🗺 View |
| Ménaka | Mali | E | 584 km | 363 mi | ~7h 18m | 🗺 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 Tombouctou, along with each city's aerial distance from Timbuktu, Tombouctou'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timbuktu | 16.7735° N | -3.0074° W | 274 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Diré | 16.2571° N | -3.4013° W | 272 m | 71 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Goundam | 16.4145° N | -3.6708° W | 259 m | 81 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Niafunké | 15.9322° N | -3.9906° W | 269 m | 141 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gourma Rharous | 16.8778° N | -1.9231° W | 263 m | 116 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Araouane | 18.9043° N | -3.5275° W | 281 m | 243 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Taoudenni | 22.6764° N | -3.9789° W | 138 m | 664 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tombouctou | 16.7666° N | -3.0026° W | 267 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
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The precise GPS location of Tombouctou is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Mali. 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 Tombouctou on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mali.
The satellite view of Tombouctou 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 Mali national map
Tombouctou occupies a distinct geographic zone within Mali 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 Tombouctou 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 Mali. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Tombouctou 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 Mali. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Tombouctou are latitude 16.7702° and longitude -3.0083°. In directional format: 16.7702° N, 3.0083° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Tombouctou in Mali and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Tombouctou is a state or administrative region of Mali, located in Africa. Its capital city is Timbuktu. View the exact position of Tombouctou on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Tombouctou is at: Latitude 16° 46' 13" N and Longitude 3° 0' 30" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Tombouctou covers a total area of approximately 56.44 km² (21.79 mi²). This is roughly 0.00% of Mali's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Tombouctou is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 16.7702, -3.0083 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Tombouctou in Mali. For broader context, explore the Mali national map or nearby states.
Today in Tombouctou, sunrise is at 05:50 AM and sunset is at 06:47 PM, giving a day length of 12h 57m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Tombouctou's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Tombouctou is approximately 1,867 km (1,160 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 321 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Tombouctou — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Lautoka, Fiji, roughly 106 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.
Timbuktu, the capital of Tombouctou, is approximately 707 km (439 mi) SW of Bamako, the national capital of Mali, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
