Current Date And Time In Karas Region, Namibia
Sunday, 26 July 2026
14:08:10 CAT
Capital: Keetmanshoop
Currency: Namibian Dollar (NAD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 109,893
Area: 161,395.00 km²
State Code: KA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Karas Region, a state or administrative region of 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 Karas Region — 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 Karas Region in Namibia.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 26.843° S | 17.2903° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -26.843 | 17.2903 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 26° 50' 35" S | 17° 17' 25" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 26° 50.5779' S | 17° 17.417' E |
| State / Region | Karas Region (Karas) |
| Country | Namibia |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Keetmanshoop |
| State Code | KA |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Districts | 3 |
| Population | 109,893 |
| Area (km²) | 161,395.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 62,314.93 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 0.43 /km² |
| Elevation | 947 m / 3,107 ft |
| Area Rank | #1 in Namibia |
| Population Rank | #12 of 14 in Namibia |
| GPS (DD) | -26.843, 17.2903 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Karas Region 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 Namibia.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardap Region | Namibia | N | 293 km | 182 mi | ~3h 40m | 🗺 View |
| Khomas Region | Namibia | N | 468 km | 291 mi | ~5h 51m | 🗺 View |
| Erongo Region | Namibia | N | 544 km | 338 mi | ~6h 48m | 🗺 View |
| Omaheke Region | Namibia | N | 588 km | 365 mi | ~7h 21m | 🗺 View |
| Otjozondjupa Region | Namibia | N | 701 km | 436 mi | ~8h 46m | 🗺 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 Karas Region, along with each city's aerial distance from Keetmanshoop, Karas Region'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Keetmanshoop | -26.5765° S | 18.1336° E | 998 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lüderitz | -26.6481° S | 15.1538° E | 16 m | 296 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bethanie | -26.4996° S | 17.1599° E | 999 m | 97 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Oranjemund | -28.5515° S | 16.4273° E | 25 m | 277 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Warmbad | -28.4461° S | 18.7357° E | 730 m | 216 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rosh Pinah | -27.9661° S | 16.7614° E | 377 m | 206 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Karasburg | -28.0166° S | 18.748° E | 1,002 m | 171 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Aussenkehr | -28.3627° S | 17.4127° E | 147 m | 211 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Noordoewer | -28.7182° S | 17.6215° E | 164 m | 243 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tses | -25.8849° S | 18.1247° E | 947 m | 77 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Karas Region is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Namibia. 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 Karas Region on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Namibia.
The satellite view of Karas Region 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 Namibia national map
Karas Region occupies a distinct geographic zone within Namibia 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 Karas Region 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 Namibia. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Karas Region 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 Namibia. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Karas Region are latitude -26.843° and longitude 17.2903°. In directional format: 26.843° S, 17.2903° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Karas Region in Namibia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Karas Region is a state or administrative region of Namibia, located in Africa. Its capital city is Keetmanshoop. View the exact position of Karas Region on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Karas Region is at: Latitude 26° 50' 35" S and Longitude 17° 17' 25" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Karas Region covers a total area of approximately 161,395.00 km² (62,314.93 mi²). This is roughly 19.55% of Namibia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Karas Region is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -26.843, 17.2903 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Karas Region in Namibia. For broader context, explore the Namibia national map or nearby states.
Today in Karas Region, sunrise is at 07:33 AM and sunset is at 06:21 PM, giving a day length of 10h 48m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Karas Region's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Karas Region is approximately 2,988 km (1,857 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 1,717 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Karas Region — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Princeville, United States, roughly 609 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.
