Current Date And Time In Gorgol, Mauritania
Sunday, 06 September 2026
02:57:22 GMT
Explore the interactive satellite map of Gorgol, 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 Gorgol — 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 Gorgol 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) | 15.9496° N | 12.9896° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 15.9496 | -12.9896 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 15° 56' 59" N | 12° 59' 23" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 15° 56.9773' N | 12° 59.3769' W |
| State / Region | Gorgol |
| Country | Mauritania |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Kaédi |
| Time Zone | +00:00 |
| Area (km²) | 13,600.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 5,250.99 mi² |
| Elevation | 93 m / 305 ft |
| Area Rank | #11 in Mauritania |
| GPS (DD) | 15.9496, -12.9896 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gorgol 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guidimaka | Mauritania | SE | 110 km | 68 mi | ~1h 23m | 🗺 View |
| Assaba | Mauritania | NE | 154 km | 96 mi | ~1h 55m | 🗺 View |
| Brakna | Mauritania | N | 167 km | 103 mi | ~2h 5m | 🗺 View |
| Trarza | Mauritania | NW | 277 km | 172 mi | ~3h 28m | 🗺 View |
| Hodh El Gharbi | Mauritania | E | 377 km | 234 mi | ~4h 43m | 🗺 View |
| Nouakchott South | Mauritania | NW | 387 km | 240 mi | ~4h 50m | 🗺 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 Gorgol, along with each city's aerial distance from Kaédi, Gorgol'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaédi | 16.1507° N | -13.5058° W | 17 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Maghama | 15.5101° N | -12.851° W | 22 m | 100 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lexeiba Un | 16.2251° N | -13.1409° W | 26 m | 40 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ganki Un | 16.2141° N | -13.2404° W | 29 m | 29 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sagné | 15.2046° N | -12.7898° W | 24 m | 130 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Wali Djantang | 15.3326° N | -12.8746° W | 15 m | 113 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Djowol | 16.0639° N | -13.3729° W | 34 m | 17 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mboutt | 16.0232° N | -12.5787° W | 29 m | 100 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mônguel | 16.4236° N | -13.1409° W | 59 m | 49 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Gorgol 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 Gorgol on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mauritania.
The satellite view of Gorgol 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
Gorgol 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 Gorgol 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 Gorgol 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 Gorgol are latitude 15.9496° and longitude -12.9896°. In directional format: 15.9496° N, 12.9896° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Gorgol in Mauritania and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Gorgol is a state or administrative region of Mauritania, located in Africa. Its capital city is Kaédi. View the exact position of Gorgol on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Gorgol is at: Latitude 15° 56' 59" N and Longitude 12° 59' 23" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Gorgol covers a total area of approximately 13,600.00 km² (5,250.99 mi²). This is roughly 1.32% of Mauritania's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Gorgol is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 15.9496, -12.9896 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Gorgol in Mauritania. For broader context, explore the Mauritania national map or nearby states.
Today in Gorgol, sunrise is at 06:38 AM and sunset is at 07:02 PM, giving a day length of 12h 23m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Gorgol's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Gorgol is approximately 1,776 km (1,103 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,390 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Gorgol — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Norsup, Vanuatu, roughly 43 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.
