Current Date And Time In Ohangwena Region, Namibia
Sunday, 26 July 2026
11:27:00 CAT
Capital: Eenhana
Currency: Namibian Dollar (NAD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 337,729
Area: 10,703.00 km²
State Code: OW
Explore the interactive satellite map of Ohangwena 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 Ohangwena 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 Ohangwena 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) | 17.5979° S | 16.8178° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -17.5979 | 16.8178 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 17° 35' 53" S | 16° 49' 4" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 17° 35.8757' S | 16° 49.0703' E |
| Population | 337,729 |
| Area (km²) | 10,703.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 4,132.45 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 20.59 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,136 m / 3,727 ft |
| Area Rank | #13 in Namibia |
| Population Rank | #2 of 14 in Namibia |
| GPS (DD) | -17.5979, 16.8178 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ohangwena 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oshikoto Region | Namibia | S | 91 km | 57 mi | ~1h 9m | 🗺 View |
| Oshana Region | Namibia | SW | 151 km | 94 mi | ~1h 53m | 🗺 View |
| Kavango West | Namibia | SE | 186 km | 116 mi | ~2h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Omusati Region | Namibia | SW | 227 km | 141 mi | ~2h 50m | 🗺 View |
| Otjozondjupa Region | Namibia | S | 340 km | 211 mi | ~4h 15m | 🗺 View |
| Kunene Region | Namibia | SW | 366 km | 228 mi | ~4h 35m | 🗺 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 Ohangwena Region, along with each city's aerial distance from Eenhana, Ohangwena 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helao Nafidi | -17.3932° S | 15.8911° E | 1,098 m | 48 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Eenhana | -17.4854° S | 16.3294° E | 1,122 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Oshikango | -17.4016° S | 15.8908° E | 1,100 m | 47 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ekongo | -17.5667° S | 17.2167° E | 1,152 m | 95 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Omungwelume | -17.5068° S | 15.6342° E | 1,095 m | 74 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ongenga | -17.4417° S | 15.6739° E | 1,093 m | 70 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Ohangwena 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 Ohangwena Region on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Namibia.
The satellite view of Ohangwena 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
Ohangwena 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 Ohangwena 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 Ohangwena 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 Ohangwena Region are latitude -17.5979° and longitude 16.8178°. In directional format: 17.5979° S, 16.8178° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Ohangwena Region in Namibia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Ohangwena Region is a state or administrative region of Namibia, located in Africa. Its capital city is Eenhana. View the exact position of Ohangwena Region on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Ohangwena Region is at: Latitude 17° 35' 53" S and Longitude 16° 49' 4" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Ohangwena Region covers a total area of approximately 10,703.00 km² (4,132.45 mi²). This is roughly 1.30% of Namibia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Ohangwena Region is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -17.5979, 16.8178 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Ohangwena Region in Namibia. For broader context, explore the Namibia national map or nearby states.
Today in Ohangwena Region, sunrise is at 07:20 AM and sunset is at 06:38 PM, giving a day length of 11h 18m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Ohangwena Region's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Ohangwena Region is approximately 1,959 km (1,217 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 1,785 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Ohangwena Region — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kekaha, United States, roughly 606 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.
