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Sorol, Yap State, Micronesia – Micronesia Flag

Current Date And Time In Sorol, Micronesia

Saturday, 15 August 2026
06:49:47 PONT
State: Yap State
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC +11:00 (PONT)
District: Sorol Municipality

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sorol, 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 Sorol — 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 Sorol.

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 Sorol, Yap State

📍 LATITUDE
8.144°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
140.394°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.1435° N140.394° E
Signed Decimal Degrees8.1435140.394
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 8' 37" N140° 23' 38" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 8.61' N140° 23.64' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sorol Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:30 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:55 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 25m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:43 PM
Calculated for today (15 Aug 2026) from Sorol’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
907 km
(563 mi) • Sorol is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,471 km
(9,613 mi) • Sorol is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.144° S, 39.606° W
The point exactly opposite Sorol through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sorol, you'd surface nearest to Parnamirim, Brazil, about 7 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 Sorol

📍 Location Details

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

📈 Area & Population

Area (km²)0.93 km²
Area (mi²)0.36 mi²
GPS (DD)8.1435, 140.394

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sorol

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

📏 Built-Up Area: 0.93 km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sorol 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
FaisYap StateN181 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 Sorol to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Colonia
293 km (182 mi)
NW of Sorol • ~4h 53m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Palikir
1,963 km (1,220 mi)
E of Sorol • ~32h 43m 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 Sorol, 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
Fais9.766° N140.52° E20 m264 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
✈️ Nearest Airport
Yap International Airport
IATA: YAP
295 km (183 mi) from Sorol
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🌍 Sorol Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sorol Matter

The exact GPS location of Sorol 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Yap State state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sorol

The satellite view of Sorol 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 Sorol in Yap State

Sorol 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 Sorol Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sorol 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 Sorol Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sorol 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 Sorol Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Sorol 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 Sorol. 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 Sorol Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sorol?

The GPS coordinates of Sorol are latitude 8.1435° and longitude 140.394°. In directional format: 8.1435° N, 140.394° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sorol in Yap State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sorol located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sorol?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sorol sits at: Latitude 8° 8' 37" N and Longitude 140° 23' 38" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Sorol on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sorol is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.1435, 140.394 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sorol in Yap State. For broader context, explore the Yap State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sorol?

The nearest airport to Sorol is Yap International Airport (YAP), roughly 295 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Sorol from Colonia?

Sorol is approximately 293 km (182 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.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sorol?

The closest cities to Sorol include Fais. 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 Sorol today?

Today in Sorol, sunrise is at 07:30 AM and sunset is at 07:55 PM, giving a day length of 12h 25m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sorol's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sorol from the Equator?

Sorol is approximately 907 km (563 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 15,471 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 Sorol?

The antipodal point of Sorol — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Parnamirim, Brazil, roughly 7 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 Sorol from Palikir, the capital of Micronesia?

Sorol is approximately 1,963 km (1,220 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.