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Current Date And Time In Niger

Thursday, 20 August 2026
05:27:29 WAT
Capital: Niamey
Currency: West African CFA franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 27,091,871

🗺️ Map of Niger - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of Niger featuring satellite imagery, geographic coordinates, regional boundaries and location intelligence. This comprehensive mapping tool provides accurate GPS positioning, territorial visualization and spatial data essential for business professionals, logistics planners, market researchers and location-based strategic decision-making.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time satellite views • Accurate latitude/longitude coordinates • Regional state mapping • Proximity analysis • Business location intelligence • Logistics route planning • Market territory insights • Mobile-responsive interface • Strategic geographic data for regional proximity analysis and territorial divisions research

🌐 Geographic Coordinates of Niger

📍 LATITUDE
17.608°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.082°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)17.6078° N8.0817° E
Signed Decimal Degrees17.60788.0817
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)17° 36' 28" N8° 4' 54" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)17° 36.4673' N8° 4.9' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Niger Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:10 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:51 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 41m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:31 PM
Calculated for today (20 Aug 2026) from Niger’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,960 km
(1,218 mi) • Niger's center is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
858 km
(533 mi) • Niger's center is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
17.608° S, 171.918° W
The point exactly opposite Niger's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Niger, you'd surface nearest to Ta'anea, Tonga, about 241 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 Niger

📍 Location Details

CountryNiger
ContinentAfrica
CapitalNiamey
Country CodeNER
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population27,091,871
Area (km²)1,267,000.00 km²
Area (mi²)489,191.23 mi²
Pop. Density21.39 /km²
Elevation613 m / 2,010 ft

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: 7 countries
Geographic Status: 🏔️ Landlocked Country

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 1,267,000 km² (489,191 mi²)
🟢 Land: 1,266,700 km² (489,075 mi²) - 100.0%
🔵 Water: 300.0 km² (115.8 mi²) - 0.0%
🌍 World Share: 0.850% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #22 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #54 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #18 of 58 in Africa

✈️ Distance & Flight Time Calculator

Find the aerial distance from Niger to all neighboring countries — measured capital city to capital city using the Haversine great-circle formula (the shortest path across Earth's surface). Each row shows the straight-line distance in both kilometers (km) and miles (mi), plus an estimated flight time calculated at a standard commercial cruise speed of 900 km/h.

Use this Niger flight distance calculator to plan international travel, estimate fuel costs for charter flights, compare cross-border shipping routes and research how far Niger is from its neighbors. Click the 🗺️ map link on any row to view the route visually on Google Maps.

Neighboring CountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Flight TimeMap
Algeria
Capital: Algiers
NW1,332 km828 mi~ 1h 29m🗺️ View
Benin
Capital: Porto-Novo
SW1,113 km692 mi~ 1h 14m🗺️ View
Burkina Faso
Capital: Ouagadougou
SW1,195 km743 mi~ 1h 20m🗺️ View
Chad
Capital: N'Djamena
E1,160 km721 mi~ 1h 17m🗺️ View
Libya
Capital: Tripoli
NE1,352 km840 mi~ 1h 30m🗺️ View
Mali
Capital: Bamako
W1,280 km795 mi~ 1h 25m🗺️ View
Nigeria
Capital: Abuja
S950 km590 mi~ 1h 3m🗺️ View

Note: Distances are calculated as straight-line (great circle) distances between capital cities. Actual flight routes and times may vary based on air traffic, wind conditions and routing.

📌 How Central Is Niger's Capital?

Niamey → Geographic Center of Niger
785 km (488 mi)
Niamey sits NE of the country's geographic center • straight-line distance

🗺️ GPS Coordinates of Major States in Niger

Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude and elevation), plus straight-line distance from Niamey, Niger's national capital, for the largest states/provinces in Niger. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.

State / RegionLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
Maradi Region13.8018° N7.4381° E409 m577 km🗺 View Map
Zinder Region15.1719° N10.26° E453 m897 km🗺 View Map
Tahoua Region14.8905° N5.258° E389 m372 km🗺 View Map
Tillabéri Region14.649° N2.145° E283 m126 km🗺 View Map
Dosso Region13.1514° N3.4196° E250 m147 km🗺 View Map
Niamey13.4886° N2.1058° E185 m3 km🗺 View Map
Agadez16.9742° N7.9865° E504 m739 km🗺 View Map
Diffa13.3132° N12.6159° E307 m1,136 km🗺 View Map

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Niger

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Niger, along with each city's aerial distance from Niamey, Niger's national capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameStateLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
NiameyNiamey13.5137° N2.1098° E206 m0 km🗺 View Map
MaradiMaradi Region13.5° N7.1017° E360 m540 km🗺 View Map
ZinderZinder Region13.8072° N8.9881° E460 m744 km🗺 View Map
TahouaTahoua Region14.8888° N5.2692° E389 m373 km🗺 View Map
AgadezAgadez16.9733° N7.9911° E505 m739 km🗺 View Map
ArlitAgadez18.7369° N7.3853° E423 m809 km🗺 View Map
AlaghsasAgadez17.0187° N8.0168° E519 m744 km🗺 View Map
Birni N KonniTahoua Region13.796° N5.2503° E272 m341 km🗺 View Map
DossoDosso Region13.049° N3.1937° E218 m128 km🗺 View Map
GayaDosso Region11.8844° N3.4492° E177 m232 km🗺 View Map
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🗺️ Complete Guide to Niger Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding Niger Geography

The interactive map of Niger provides real-time satellite imagery combined with accurate geographic coordinates, enabling precise location intelligence for business professionals and strategic planners. This comprehensive mapping solution integrates territorial boundaries, regional divisions and GPS positioning data essential for logistics optimization, market territory analysis and location-based decision-making.

Geographic coordinates displayed include latitude and longitude values measured in decimal degrees, providing the exact center point of Niger's territory. These coordinates serve as critical reference data for GPS navigation systems, geographic information systems (GIS), spatial database management and location-based service development.

🎯 Business Applications of Niger Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across Niger
  • Market Territory Analysis: Define sales regions, analyze market coverage and identify expansion opportunities
  • Site Selection: Evaluate potential business locations using geographic intelligence and proximity data
  • Supply Chain Management: Track shipments, monitor transportation corridors and analyze delivery zones
  • Competitive Intelligence: Map competitor locations, analyze geographic market share and identify underserved areas
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate geographic risk factors including natural hazards, political boundaries and infrastructure accessibility

🌐 Geographic Data & Coordinate Systems

The latitude and longitude coordinates presented on the Niger map utilize the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) standard, ensuring compatibility with GPS devices, mapping software and international mapping platforms. Coordinates are displayed in decimal degrees format for precision and universal compatibility.

📊 Geographic Data Specifications:

  • Coordinate System: WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984)
  • Format: Decimal Degrees (DD)
  • Precision: Up to 6 decimal places for meter-level accuracy
  • Hemisphere Indicators: N/S for latitude, E/W for longitude
  • Map Projection: Mercator projection for web mapping

💡 Strategic Location Intelligence

  • Regional Proximity: Analyze neighboring countries for cross-border business opportunities and trade corridors
  • State/Province Mapping: Understand internal territorial divisions for regional market strategies
  • Distance Calculations: Measure aerial distances between locations for logistics cost estimation
  • Timezone Alignment: Coordinate operations across regions considering time differences
  • Infrastructure Mapping: Identify major cities, transportation hubs and communication networks
  • Market Density Analysis: Visualize population centers and economic activity zones

💡 Pro Tip: Use the interactive map's zoom and pan features to explore specific regions of Niger. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our Niger Mapping Solution

  • State/Region Access: Navigate to internal territorial divisions instantly
  • Free Geographic Data: No registration or payment required
  • Professional Tool: Ideal for business logistics, market research and strategic planning
  • Cross-Referenced Data: Links to population, timezone and national symbols data
  • API Integration Ready: Coordinates compatible with all major mapping platforms

Frequently Asked Questions About Niger Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of Niger?

The geographic center of Niger is located at approximately 17.608° N (Latitude) and 8.082° E (Longitude). These coordinates use the WGS84 datum and provide the central reference point for geographic information systems and GPS navigation.

🗺️ How can I use Niger map data for business?

Business professionals use Niger mapping data for logistics optimization, market territory analysis, site selection, supply chain management and competitive intelligence. The geographic coordinates enable precise location tracking, while the interactive map helps visualize regional markets, transportation corridors and strategic business locations across Niger.

🌍 Which countries border Niger?

You can explore countries near Niger by clicking on our Nearby Countries section. The sidebar also displays Map Of Other Countries showing neighboring nations within close geographic proximity, perfect for analyzing regional trade opportunities and cross-border business strategies.

📊 Can I see states and regions within Niger?

Yes! Visit our Niger States & Regions page to explore internal territorial divisions including provinces, states and administrative regions. This data is essential for regional market segmentation, territory management and localized business strategies within Niger.

⏰ What timezone is Niger in?

Niger operates in UTC+01:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our Niger Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the Niger map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our Niger interactive map is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures perfect viewing on all screen sizes with touch-friendly controls for zoom, pan and navigation. Access critical geographic intelligence on-the-go for field operations, sales territory management and location-based decision-making.

🔍 What other geographic data is available for Niger?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for Niger including population statistics, land area measurements, GDP/economic indicators, currency exchange rates, timezone offsets, national symbols, capital city information, ISO country codes, dialing codes, internet domains and neighboring country analysis. Visit the Niger main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of Niger show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes Niger's key location facts in one place — continent, capital, country code and time zone, alongside population, total area in km² and mi², population density and elevation. It's a quick-reference snapshot for researchers, students and business users who need core geographic data without digging through multiple pages.

📍 Where can I find GPS coordinates for states and cities in Niger?

Scroll down to the GPS Coordinates of Major States and GPS Coordinates of Major Cities tables on this page. Both list the largest states/provinces and cities in Niger ranked by population, with precise latitude/longitude values and direct links to each location's own satellite map — useful for routing, GIS integration and location intelligence work.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Niger today?

Today, measured from Niger's geographic center, sunrise is at 06:10 AM and sunset is at 06:51 PM, giving a day length of 12h 41m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above. Note that a large country may span several time zones or sunrise/sunset times depending on the region.

📍 How far is Niger from the Equator?

Niger's geographic center is approximately 1,960 km (1,218 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere, and about 858 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 Niger?

The antipodal point of Niger's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Ta'anea, Tonga, roughly 241 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.

📌 How far is Niger's capital from the country's geographic center?

Niamey sits approximately 785 km (488 mi) NE of Niger's geographic center. See the capital centrality card above for the full figure.