Current Date And Time In Assaba, Mauritania
Sunday, 06 September 2026
14:49:21 GMT
Explore the interactive satellite map of Assaba, a state or administrative region of Mauritania, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Assaba — 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 Assaba in Mauritania.
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 Mauritania operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 16.58° N | 11.7068° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 16.58 | -11.7068 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 16° 34' 48" N | 11° 42' 25" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 16° 34.7972' N | 11° 42.4098' W |
| State / Region | Assaba |
| Country | Mauritania |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Kiffa |
| Time Zone | +00:00 |
| Area (km²) | 35,984.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 13,893.49 mi² |
| Elevation | 413 m / 1,355 ft |
| Area Rank | #8 in Mauritania |
| GPS (DD) | 16.58, -11.7068 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Assaba 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 Mauritania.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorgol | Mauritania | SW | 154 km | 96 mi | ~1h 55m | 🗺 View |
| Guidimaka | Mauritania | S | 158 km | 98 mi | ~1h 59m | 🗺 View |
| Brakna | Mauritania | NW | 198 km | 123 mi | ~2h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Hodh El Gharbi | Mauritania | E | 231 km | 143 mi | ~2h 53m | 🗺 View |
| Tagant | Mauritania | NE | 291 km | 181 mi | ~3h 38m | 🗺 View |
| Trarza | Mauritania | NW | 345 km | 214 mi | ~4h 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 Assaba, along with each city's aerial distance from Kiffa, Assaba'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiffa | 16.6207° N | -11.4021° W | 127 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Guerou | 17.0775° N | -12.0387° W | 183 m | 85 km | 🗺 View Map |
| El ’Ayoûn | 15.5579° N | -11.18° W | 179 m | 121 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Elghabra | 16.6471° N | -12.6711° W | 65 m | 135 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kankossa | 15.9389° N | -11.527° W | 73 m | 77 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Barkéwol | 16.6404° N | -12.4985° W | 74 m | 117 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hamoud | 15.64° N | -11.5186° W | 89 m | 110 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chkata | 15.2878° N | -11.0128° W | 181 m | 154 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tenaha | 15.1238° N | -10.8985° W | 67 m | 175 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Assaba is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Mauritania. 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 Assaba on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mauritania.
The satellite view of Assaba 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 Mauritania national map
Assaba occupies a distinct geographic zone within Mauritania 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 Assaba 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 Mauritania. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Assaba 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 Mauritania. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Assaba are latitude 16.58° and longitude -11.7068°. In directional format: 16.58° N, 11.7068° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Assaba in Mauritania and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Assaba is a state or administrative region of Mauritania, located in Africa. Its capital city is Kiffa. View the exact position of Assaba on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Assaba is at: Latitude 16° 34' 48" N and Longitude 11° 42' 25" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Assaba covers a total area of approximately 35,984.00 km² (13,893.49 mi²). This is roughly 3.49% of Mauritania's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Assaba is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 16.58, -11.7068 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Assaba in Mauritania. For broader context, explore the Mauritania national map or nearby states.
Today in Assaba, sunrise is at 06:33 AM and sunset is at 06:57 PM, giving a day length of 12h 24m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Assaba's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Assaba is approximately 1,846 km (1,147 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,249 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Assaba — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Lakatoro, Vanuatu, roughly 108 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.
