Current Date And Time In Grootfontein, Namibia
Sunday, 26 July 2026
10:47:40 CAT
State: Otjozondjupa Region
Currency: Namibian Dollar (NAD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 24,099
Explore the interactive satellite map of Grootfontein, a city in Otjozondjupa 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 Grootfontein — 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 Grootfontein.
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) | 19.5733° S | 18.1003° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -19.5733 | 18.1003 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 19° 34' 24" S | 18° 6' 1" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 19° 34.3968' S | 18° 6.018' E |
| City | Grootfontein |
| State | Otjozondjupa Region (Otjozondjupa) |
| Country | Namibia |
| Continent | Africa |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Founded | 1885-01-01 |
| Population | 24,099 |
| Elevation | 1,432 m / 4,698 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -19.5733, 18.1003 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Grootfontein 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 Otjozondjupa Region.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otjituuo | Otjozondjupa Region | E | 52 km | 33 mi | ~52m | 🗺 View |
| Otavi | Otjozondjupa Region | W | 80 km | 50 mi | ~1h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Okakarara | Otjozondjupa Region | SW | 131 km | 81 mi | ~2h 11m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Otjozondjupa Region, the home state of Grootfontein, along with each city's aerial distance from Otjiwarongo, Otjozondjupa Region's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otjiwarongo | -20.4637° S | 16.6477° E | 1,475 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Okahandja | -21.9814° S | 16.9029° E | 1,370 m | 171 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Otavi | -19.6381° S | 17.3399° E | 1,411 m | 117 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Osire | -21.0739° S | 17.366° E | 1,356 m | 101 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Okakarara | -20.5876° S | 17.4594° E | 1,327 m | 86 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tsumkwe | -19.5936° S | 20.502° E | 1,153 m | 414 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kalkfeld | -20.8872° S | 16.1904° E | 1,466 m | 67 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Okondjatu | -20.9817° S | 18.2242° E | 1,421 m | 174 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Otjituuo | -19.6409° S | 18.5945° E | 1,231 m | 223 km | 🗺 View Map |
Rundu Airport IATA: NDU 248 km (154 mi) from Grootfontein |
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| 🗺 Map of Okondjatu |
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| 🗺 Map of Osire |
| 🗺 Map of Kalkfeld |
The exact GPS location of Grootfontein gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Otjozondjupa 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Otjozondjupa Region state-level map data
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 Grootfontein are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Grootfontein 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
Grootfontein sits within Otjozondjupa 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Grootfontein 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 Otjozondjupa Region. › Browse every city in Otjozondjupa Region
Coordinates for Grootfontein 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
The GPS coordinates of Grootfontein are latitude -19.5733° and longitude 18.1003°. In directional format: 19.5733° S, 18.1003° E. These coordinates mark the center of Grootfontein in Otjozondjupa Region and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Grootfontein is a city in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Grootfontein sits at: Latitude 19° 34' 24" S and Longitude 18° 6' 1" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Grootfontein has a population of approximately 24,099 people. This is roughly 10.914% of Otjozondjupa Region's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Otjozondjupa Region.
The interactive satellite map of Grootfontein is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -19.5733, 18.1003 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Grootfontein in Otjozondjupa Region. For broader context, explore the Otjozondjupa Region state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Grootfontein is Rundu Airport (NDU), roughly 248 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Grootfontein is approximately 181 km (113 mi) from Otjiwarongo, the capital of Otjozondjupa Region, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Otjozondjupa Region.
Grootfontein sits at an elevation of approximately 1,432 meters (4,698 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Otjozondjupa Region.
The closest cities to Grootfontein include Otjituuo, Otavi, Okakarara. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Grootfontein, sunrise is at 07:17 AM and sunset is at 06:30 PM, giving a day length of 11h 12m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Grootfontein's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Grootfontein is approximately 2,179 km (1,354 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 1,898 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Grootfontein — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kekaha, United States, roughly 350 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.
Grootfontein is approximately 348 km (216 mi) S of Windhoek, the national capital of Namibia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
