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Sittwe, Rakhine, Myanmar – Myanmar Flag

Current Date And Time In Sittwe, Myanmar

Thursday, 13 August 2026
01:34:36 MMT
State: Rakhine
Currency: Burmese Kyat (MMK)
Timezone: UTC +06:30 (MMT)
Population: 177,743
District: Sittwe District

🗺 Map of Sittwe, Rakhine, Myanmar – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sittwe, a city in Rakhine, Myanmar, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sittwe β€” 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 Sittwe.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Sittwe, Rakhine

📍 LATITUDE
20.146°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
92.898°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)20.1462° N92.8984° E
Signed Decimal Degrees20.146292.8984
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)20° 8' 46" N92° 53' 54" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)20° 8.7744' N92° 53.901' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sittwe Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:56 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:50 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 53m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:23 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Sittwe’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,243 km
(1,394 mi) • Sittwe is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,709 km
(6,033 mi) • Sittwe is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
20.146° S, 87.102° W
The point exactly opposite Sittwe through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sittwe, you'd surface nearest to Callao, Peru, about 1,393 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 Sittwe

📍 Location Details

CitySittwe
StateRakhine (α€›α€α€­α€―α€„α€Ία€•α€Όα€Šα€Ία€”α€šα€Ί)
CountryMyanmar
ContinentAsia
DistrictSittwe District
Time Zone+06:30

📈 Area & Population

Population177,743
Elevation5 m / 16 ft
GPS (DD)20.1462, 92.8984

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sittwe

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Rakhine
Parent Country: Myanmar

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 177,743
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 13 most populous in Rakhine
🏠 Share of Rakhine Population: 5.699%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sittwe 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 Rakhine.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AkyabRakhineW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Mrauk URakhineNE58 km36 mi~58m🗺 View
KyauktawRakhineN78 km49 mi~1h 18m🗺 View
Buthidaung TownRakhineNW90 km56 mi~1h 30m🗺 View
KyaukpyuRakhineSE105 km65 mi~1h 45m🗺 View
ArakanRakhineE120 km74 mi~1h 60m🗺 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 Sittwe to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Nay Pyi Taw
341 km (212 mi)
E of Sittwe • ~5h 41m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Rakhine

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kyaukpyu19.4279° N93.5513° E4 m105 km🗺 View Map
Ann19.7954° N94.0479° E26 m126 km🗺 View Map
Gwa17.5937° N94.58° E9 m334 km🗺 View Map
Buthidaung Town20.8754° N92.53° E8 m90 km🗺 View Map
Manaung18.8548° N93.7291° E9 m168 km🗺 View Map
Mrauk U20.59° N93.1906° E9 m58 km🗺 View Map
Taungup18.8561° N94.2408° E5 m201 km🗺 View Map
Kyeintali18.0061° N94.49° E7 m291 km🗺 View Map
Kyauktaw20.8447° N92.9753° E10 m78 km🗺 View Map
Ngapali18.4366° N94.3222° E2 m242 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sittwe Airport
IATA: AKY
3 km (2 mi) from Sittwe
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🌍 Sittwe Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sittwe Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sittwe

The satellite view of Sittwe 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 Myanmar map

🌎 Regional Position of Sittwe in Rakhine

Sittwe sits within Rakhine, Myanmar, in the Asia 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 Sittwe Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sittwe 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 Rakhine. › Browse every city in Rakhine

💻 Using Sittwe Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sittwe 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 Myanmar. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Sittwe Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Sittwe Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sittwe?

The GPS coordinates of Sittwe are latitude 20.1462° and longitude 92.8984°. In directional format: 20.1462° N, 92.8984° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sittwe in Rakhine and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sittwe located?

Sittwe is a city in Rakhine, Myanmar, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Sittwe District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sittwe?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sittwe sits at: Latitude 20° 8' 46" N and Longitude 92° 53' 54" 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 Sittwe?

Sittwe has a population of approximately 177,743 people. This is roughly 5.699% of Rakhine's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Rakhine.

🗺 How can I view Sittwe on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sittwe is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 20.1462, 92.8984 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sittwe in Rakhine. For broader context, explore the Rakhine state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sittwe?

The nearest airport to Sittwe is Sittwe Airport (AKY), roughly 3 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Sittwe?

Sittwe sits at an elevation of approximately 5 meters (16 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Rakhine.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sittwe?

The closest cities to Sittwe include Akyab, Mrauk U, Kyauktaw. 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 Sittwe today?

Today in Sittwe, sunrise is at 05:56 AM and sunset is at 06:50 PM, giving a day length of 12h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sittwe's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sittwe from the Equator?

Sittwe is approximately 2,243 km (1,394 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,709 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 Sittwe?

The antipodal point of Sittwe — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Callao, Peru, roughly 1,393 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 Sittwe from Nay Pyi Taw, the capital of Myanmar?

Sittwe is approximately 341 km (212 mi) E of Nay Pyi Taw, the national capital of Myanmar, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.