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Fais, Yap State, Micronesia โ€“ Micronesia Flag

Current Date And Time In Fais, Micronesia

Friday, 14 August 2026
01:45:56 PONT
State: Yap State
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC +11:00 (PONT)
Population: 215
District: Fais Municipality

🗺 Map of Fais, Yap State, Micronesia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Fais, a city in Yap State, Micronesia, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Fais โ€” 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 Fais.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Micronesia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Fais, Yap State

📍 LATITUDE
9.766°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
140.52°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)9.766° N140.52° E
Signed Decimal Degrees9.766140.52
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)9° 45' 58" N140° 31' 12" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)9° 45.96' N140° 31.2' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Fais Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:27 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:57 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 29m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:42 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Fais’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,087 km
(676 mi) • Fais is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,416 km
(9,579 mi) • Fais is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
9.766° S, 39.48° W
The point exactly opposite Fais through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Fais, you'd surface nearest to Uauรก, Brazil, about 8 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 Fais

📍 Location Details

CityFais
StateYap State (Yap)
CountryMicronesia
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
DistrictFais Municipality
Time Zone+10:00 to +11:00

📈 Area & Population

Population215
Elevation20 m / 66 ft
GPS (DD)9.766, 140.52

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Fais

Nearby Cities Found: 1 city
Parent State: Yap State
Parent Country: Micronesia
Neighboring Cities:

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 215
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 4 most populous in Yap State
🏠 Share of Yap State Population: 1.857%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Fais 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 Yap State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
SorolYap StateS181 km112 mi~3h 1m🗺 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 Fais to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Colonia
264 km (164 mi)
W of Fais • ~4h 24m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Palikir
1,966 km (1,222 mi)
E of Fais • ~32h 46m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Yap State

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Colonia9.5164° N138.1217° E10 m0 km🗺 View Map
Ifalik Village7.2544° N144.4534° E13 m740 km🗺 View Map
Satawal Village7.3804° N147.026° E9 m1,008 km🗺 View Map
Eauripik6.687° N143.0375° E-626 km🗺 View Map
Elato7.502° N146.166° E-912 km🗺 View Map
Faraulep8.588° N144.508° E-709 km🗺 View Map
Ifalik7.25° N144.4445° E-740 km🗺 View Map
Lamotrek7.491° N146.305° E-928 km🗺 View Map
Ngulu8.45° N137.484° E-138 km🗺 View Map
Rumung9.622° N138.154° E38 m12 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Yap International Airport
IATA: YAP
269 km (167 mi) from Fais
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🌍 Fais Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Fais Matter

The exact GPS location of Fais gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Yap State. 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 โ€” DD, DMS and DDM โ€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Yap State state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Fais 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 Fais are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Fais

The satellite view of Fais 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 Micronesia map

🌎 Regional Position of Fais in Yap State

Fais sits within Yap State, Micronesia, in the Australia And Oceania 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 Fais Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Fais 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 Yap State. › Browse every city in Yap State

💻 Using Fais Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Fais 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 Micronesia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Fais Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Fais 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 Fais. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Yap State CitiesAccess the full city directory for Yap State ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Fais Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Fais?

The GPS coordinates of Fais are latitude 9.766° and longitude 140.52°. In directional format: 9.766° N, 140.52° E. These coordinates mark the center of Fais in Yap State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Fais located?

Fais is a city in Yap State, Micronesia, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. It falls within Fais Municipality. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Fais?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Fais sits at: Latitude 9° 45' 58" N and Longitude 140° 31' 12" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Fais?

Fais has a population of approximately 215 people. This is roughly 1.857% of Yap State's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Yap State.

🗺 How can I view Fais on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Fais is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 9.766, 140.52 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Fais in Yap State. For broader context, explore the Yap State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Fais?

The nearest airport to Fais is Yap International Airport (YAP), roughly 269 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Fais from Colonia?

Fais is approximately 264 km (164 mi) from Colonia, the capital of Yap State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Yap State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Fais?

Fais sits at an elevation of approximately 20 meters (66 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Yap State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Fais?

The closest cities to Fais include Sorol. 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 Fais today?

Today in Fais, sunrise is at 07:27 AM and sunset is at 07:57 PM, giving a day length of 12h 29m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Fais's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Fais from the Equator?

Fais is approximately 1,087 km (676 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 15,416 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 Fais?

The antipodal point of Fais — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Uauรก, Brazil, roughly 8 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 Fais from Palikir, the capital of Micronesia?

Fais is approximately 1,966 km (1,222 mi) E of Palikir, the national capital of Micronesia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.