Current Date And Time In Black River, Mauritius
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
00:44:30 MUT
National Capital: Port Louis
Currency: Mauritian Rupee (MUR)
Timezone: UTC +04:00 (MUT)
Area: 259.00 km²
State Code: BL
Explore the interactive satellite map of Black River, a state or administrative region of Mauritius, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Black River — 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 Black River in Mauritius.
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 Mauritius operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 20.3708° S | 57.3949° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -20.3708 | 57.3949 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 20° 22' 15" S | 57° 23' 42" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 20° 22.251' S | 57° 23.6919' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Black River 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 Mauritius.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaines Wilhems | Mauritius | NE | 12 km | 7 mi | ~9m | 🗺 View |
| Savanne | Mauritius | SE | 15 km | 9 mi | ~11m | 🗺 View |
| Moka | Mauritius | NE | 24 km | 15 mi | ~18m | 🗺 View |
| Port Louis | Mauritius | NE | 26 km | 16 mi | ~19m | 🗺 View |
| Grand Port | Mauritius | E | 28 km | 18 mi | ~21m | 🗺 View |
| Pamplemousses | Mauritius | NE | 35 km | 22 mi | ~26m | 🗺 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 Black River, along with each city's aerial distance from the 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bambous | -20.2567° S | 57.4061° E | 122 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Richelieu | -20.1932° S | 57.4595° E | 77 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Petite Rivière | -20.1955° S | 57.4459° E | 86 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Tamarin | -20.3256° S | 57.3706° E | - | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Gros Cailloux | -20.2072° S | 57.43° E | 71 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Albion | -20.2081° S | 57.4077° E | 10 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Cascavelle | -20.2869° S | 57.4072° E | 135 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Grande Rivière Noire | -20.3603° S | 57.3661° E | - | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Flic en Flac | -20.278° S | 57.372° E | 155 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Petite Case Noyale | -20.404° S | 57.371° E | 205 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Black River is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Mauritius. 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 Black River on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mauritius.
The satellite view of Black River 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 Mauritius national map
Black River occupies a distinct geographic zone within Mauritius 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 Black River 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 Mauritius. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Black River 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 Mauritius. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Black River are latitude -20.3708° and longitude 57.3949°. In directional format: 20.3708° S, 57.3949° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Black River in Mauritius and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Black River is a state or administrative region of Mauritius, located in Africa. View the exact position of Black River on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Black River is at: Latitude 20° 22' 15" S and Longitude 57° 23' 42" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Black River covers a total area of approximately 259.00 km² (100.00 mi²). This is roughly 12.70% of Mauritius's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Black River is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -20.3708, 57.3949 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Black River in Mauritius. For broader context, explore the Mauritius national map or nearby states.
Today in Black River, sunrise is at 06:33 AM and sunset is at 05:57 PM, giving a day length of 11h 24m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Black River's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Black River is approximately 2,268 km (1,409 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 5,990 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Black River — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Bahía Tortugas, Mexico, roughly 1,129 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.