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Walvis Bay, Erongo Region, Namibia – Namibia Flag

Current Date And Time In Walvis Bay, Namibia

Friday, 24 July 2026
17:15:22 CAT
Currency: Namibian Dollar (NAD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 73,598

🗺 Map of Walvis Bay, Erongo Region, Namibia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Walvis Bay, a city in Erongo Region, Namibia, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Walvis Bay 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 Walvis Bay.

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 Namibia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Walvis Bay, Erongo Region

📍 LATITUDE
22.958°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
14.505°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)22.9575° S14.5053° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-22.957514.5053
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)22° 57' 27" S14° 30' 19" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)22° 57.45' S14° 30.3168' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Walvis Bay Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:38 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:38 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 0m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:08 PM
Calculated for today (24 Jul 2026) from Walvis Bay’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,556 km
(1,588 mi) • Walvis Bay is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,487 km
(924 mi) • Walvis Bay is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
22.958° N, 165.495° W
The point exactly opposite Walvis Bay through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Walvis Bay, you'd surface nearest to Kekaha, United States, about 604 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 Walvis Bay

📍 Location Details

CityWalvis Bay
StateErongo Region (Erongo)
CountryNamibia
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+02:00
Founded1840-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population73,598
Area (km²)1,124.00 km²
Area (mi²)433.98 mi²
Pop. Density65.48 /km²
Elevation6 m / 20 ft
GPS (DD)-22.9575, 14.5053

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Walvis Bay

Nearby Cities Found: 4 cities
Parent State: Erongo Region
Parent Country: Namibia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 73,598
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 10 most populous in Erongo Region
🏠 Share of Erongo Region Population: 30.640%
📏 Built-Up Area: 1,124.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 65 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Walvis Bay 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 Erongo Region.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KuisebmondErongo RegionNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
SwakopmundErongo RegionN31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
ArandisErongo RegionNE77 km48 mi~1h 17m🗺 View
Henties BayErongo RegionN96 km60 mi~1h 36m🗺 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 Walvis Bay to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Swakopmund
31 km (19 mi)
N of Walvis Bay • ~31m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Windhoek
268 km (167 mi)
E of Walvis Bay • ~4h 28m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Erongo Region

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Swakopmund-22.6784° S14.5266° E18 m0 km🗺 View Map
Omaruru-21.424° S15.9461° E1,211 m202 km🗺 View Map
Usakos-22.0022° S15.586° E865 m132 km🗺 View Map
Otjimbingwe-22.3554° S16.1288° E854 m168 km🗺 View Map
Karibib-21.9355° S15.8565° E1,199 m160 km🗺 View Map
Arandis-22.4175° S14.9739° E585 m54 km🗺 View Map
Henties Bay-22.1161° S14.2839° E26 m67 km🗺 View Map
Uis-21.2177° S14.8657° E766 m166 km🗺 View Map
Okombahe-21.358° S15.3775° E899 m171 km🗺 View Map
Kuisebmond-22.9364° S14.5264° E-29 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Walvis Bay International Airport
IATA: WVB
15 km (9 mi) from Walvis Bay
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🌍 Walvis Bay Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Walvis Bay Matter

The exact GPS location of Walvis Bay gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Erongo Region. 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 Erongo Region state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Walvis Bay

The satellite view of Walvis Bay 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 Namibia map

🌎 Regional Position of Walvis Bay in Erongo Region

Walvis Bay sits within Erongo Region, Namibia, in the Africa 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 Walvis Bay Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Walvis Bay 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 Erongo Region. › Browse every city in Erongo Region

💻 Using Walvis Bay Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Walvis Bay 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 Namibia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Walvis Bay Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Walvis Bay Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Walvis Bay?

The GPS coordinates of Walvis Bay are latitude -22.9575° and longitude 14.5053°. In directional format: 22.9575° S, 14.5053° E. These coordinates mark the center of Walvis Bay in Erongo Region and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Walvis Bay located?

Walvis Bay is a city in Erongo Region, Namibia, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Walvis Bay?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Walvis Bay sits at: Latitude 22° 57' 27" S and Longitude 14° 30' 19" 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 Walvis Bay?

Walvis Bay has a population of approximately 73,598 people. This is roughly 30.640% of Erongo Region's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Erongo Region.

🗺 How can I view Walvis Bay on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Walvis Bay is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -22.9575, 14.5053 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Walvis Bay in Erongo Region. For broader context, explore the Erongo Region state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Walvis Bay?

The nearest airport to Walvis Bay is Walvis Bay International Airport (WVB), roughly 15 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Walvis Bay from Swakopmund?

Walvis Bay is approximately 31 km (19 mi) from Swakopmund, the capital of Erongo Region, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Erongo Region.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Walvis Bay?

Walvis Bay sits at an elevation of approximately 6 meters (20 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Erongo Region.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Walvis Bay?

The closest cities to Walvis Bay include Kuisebmond, Swakopmund, Arandis. 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 Walvis Bay today?

Today in Walvis Bay, sunrise is at 07:38 AM and sunset is at 06:38 PM, giving a day length of 11h 0m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Walvis Bay's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Walvis Bay from the Equator?

Walvis Bay is approximately 2,556 km (1,588 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 1,487 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 Walvis Bay?

The antipodal point of Walvis Bay — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kekaha, United States, roughly 604 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 Walvis Bay from Windhoek, the capital of Namibia?

Walvis Bay is approximately 268 km (167 mi) E of Windhoek, the national capital of Namibia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.