Current Date And Time In Kavango West, Namibia
Sunday, 26 July 2026
18:29:29 CAT
Capital: Nkurenkuru
Currency: Namibian Dollar (NAD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 123,266
Area: 24,591.00 km²
State Code: KW
Explore the interactive satellite map of Kavango West, 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 Kavango West — 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 Kavango West 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) | 18.271° S | 18.4276° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -18.271 | 18.4276 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 18° 16' 16" S | 18° 25' 39" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 18° 16.2629' S | 18° 25.6563' E |
| State / Region | Kavango West |
| Country | Namibia |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Nkurenkuru |
| State Code | KW |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Districts | 2 |
| Population | 123,266 |
| Area (km²) | 24,591.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 9,494.63 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 3.20 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,161 m / 3,810 ft |
| Area Rank | #10 in Namibia |
| Population Rank | #10 of 14 in Namibia |
| GPS (DD) | -18.271, 18.4276 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kavango West 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oshikoto Region | Namibia | W | 161 km | 100 mi | ~2h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Ohangwena Region | Namibia | NW | 186 km | 116 mi | ~2h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Kavango East | Namibia | E | 224 km | 139 mi | ~2h 48m | 🗺 View |
| Otjozondjupa Region | Namibia | S | 265 km | 165 mi | ~3h 19m | 🗺 View |
| Oshana Region | Namibia | W | 290 km | 180 mi | ~3h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Omusati Region | Namibia | W | 378 km | 235 mi | ~4h 44m | 🗺 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 Kavango West, along with each city's aerial distance from Nkurenkuru, Kavango West'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nkurenkuru | -17.6418° S | 18.6197° E | 1,094 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Kavango West 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 Kavango West on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Namibia.
The satellite view of Kavango West 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
Kavango West 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 Kavango West 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 Kavango West 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 Kavango West are latitude -18.271° and longitude 18.4276°. In directional format: 18.271° S, 18.4276° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Kavango West in Namibia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Kavango West is a state or administrative region of Namibia, located in Africa. Its capital city is Nkurenkuru. View the exact position of Kavango West on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kavango West is at: Latitude 18° 16' 16" S and Longitude 18° 25' 39" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Kavango West covers a total area of approximately 24,591.00 km² (9,494.63 mi²). This is roughly 2.98% of Namibia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Kavango West is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -18.271, 18.4276 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kavango West in Namibia. For broader context, explore the Namibia national map or nearby states.
Today in Kavango West, sunrise is at 07:14 AM and sunset is at 06:31 PM, giving a day length of 11h 16m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kavango West's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Kavango West is approximately 2,034 km (1,264 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 1,948 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Kavango West — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kaumakani, United States, roughly 454 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.
