Current Date And Time In Sofala, Mozambique
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
07:51:09 CAT
Capital: Beira
Currency: Mozambican Metical (MZN)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 2,259,248
Area: 68,018.00 km²
State Code: S
Explore the interactive satellite map of Sofala, a state or administrative region of Mozambique, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sofala — 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 Sofala in Mozambique.
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 Mozambique operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 19.2039° S | 34.8624° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -19.2039 | 34.8624 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 19° 12' 14" S | 34° 51' 45" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 19° 12.2344' S | 34° 51.745' E |
| State / Region | Sofala |
| Country | Mozambique |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Beira |
| State Code | S |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Districts | 13 |
| Population | 2,259,248 |
| Area (km²) | 68,018.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 26,261.89 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 14.66 /km² |
| Elevation | 121 m / 397 ft |
| Area Rank | #8 in Mozambique |
| Population Rank | #5 of 11 in Mozambique |
| GPS (DD) | -19.2039, 34.8624 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sofala 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 Mozambique.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manica | Mozambique | NW | 189 km | 117 mi | ~2h 22m | 🗺 View |
| Zambezia Province | Mozambique | NE | 347 km | 216 mi | ~4h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Tete | Mozambique | N | 366 km | 228 mi | ~4h 35m | 🗺 View |
| Inhambane Province | Mozambique | S | 394 km | 245 mi | ~4h 55m | 🗺 View |
| Gaza Province | Mozambique | SW | 479 km | 298 mi | ~5h 59m | 🗺 View |
| Nampula | Mozambique | NE | 652 km | 405 mi | ~8h 9m | 🗺 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 Sofala, along with each city's aerial distance from Beira, Sofala'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beira | -19.8436° S | 34.8389° E | 6 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dondo | -19.6094° S | 34.7431° E | 55 m | 28 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Marromeu | -18.2908° S | 35.9453° E | 10 m | 208 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nhamatanda | -19.2692° S | 34.2128° E | 59 m | 92 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gorongosa | -18.6756° S | 34.0728° E | 329 m | 153 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Caia | -17.8203° S | 35.3442° E | 35 m | 231 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Búzi | -19.8644° S | 34.4674° E | 39 m | 39 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Inhaminga | -18.4153° S | 35.0225° E | 308 m | 160 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Sofala is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Mozambique. 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 Sofala on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mozambique.
The satellite view of Sofala 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 Mozambique national map
Sofala occupies a distinct geographic zone within Mozambique 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 Sofala 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 Mozambique. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Sofala 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 Mozambique. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Sofala are latitude -19.2039° and longitude 34.8624°. In directional format: 19.2039° S, 34.8624° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Sofala in Mozambique and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Sofala is a state or administrative region of Mozambique, located in Africa. Its capital city is Beira. View the exact position of Sofala on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sofala is at: Latitude 19° 12' 14" S and Longitude 34° 51' 45" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Sofala covers a total area of approximately 68,018.00 km² (26,261.89 mi²). This is roughly 8.49% of Mozambique's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Sofala is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -19.2039, 34.8624 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sofala in Mozambique. For broader context, explore the Mozambique national map or nearby states.
Today in Sofala, sunrise is at 06:02 AM and sunset is at 05:29 PM, giving a day length of 11h 27m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sofala's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Sofala is approximately 2,138 km (1,328 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,665 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Sofala — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Nanawale Estates, United States, roughly 1,026 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.
