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Current Date And Time In Wannune, Nigeria

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
15:31:25 WAT
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
District: Tarka

🗺 Map of Wannune, Benue State, Nigeria – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Wannune, a city in Benue State, Nigeria, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Wannune β€” 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 Wannune.

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 Nigeria operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Wannune, Benue State

📍 LATITUDE
7.564°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.885°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)7.5638° N8.8853° E
Signed Decimal Degrees7.56388.8853
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)7° 33' 50" N8° 53' 7" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)7° 33.8304' N8° 53.1204' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Wannune Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:16 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:42 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 25m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:29 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Wannune’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
842 km
(523 mi) • Wannune is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
981 km
(609 mi) • Wannune is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
7.564° S, 171.115° W
The point exactly opposite Wannune through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Wannune, you'd surface nearest to Atafu, Tokelau, about 186 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 Wannune

📍 Location Details

CityWannune
StateBenue State
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
DistrictTarka
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation191 m / 627 ft
GPS (DD)7.5638, 8.8853

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Wannune

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Benue State
Parent Country: Nigeria

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Wannune 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 Benue State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
YandevBenue StateSE28 km18 mi~28m🗺 View
GbajimbaBenue StateN29 km18 mi~29m🗺 View
GbokoBenue StateSE30 km18 mi~30m🗺 View
IgborBenue StateW33 km21 mi~33m🗺 View
BurukuBenue StateE37 km23 mi~37m🗺 View
MakurdiBenue StateNW44 km28 mi~44m🗺 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.

🚗 Distance from Wannune to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Makurdi
44 km (28 mi)
NW of Wannune • ~44m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
226 km (140 mi)
NW of Wannune • ~3h 46m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Benue State

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Benue State, the home state of Wannune, along with each city's aerial distance from Makurdi, Benue State's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Makurdi7.7338° N8.5214° E92 m0 km🗺 View Map
Gboko7.3228° N9.0011° E226 m70 km🗺 View Map
Katsina-Ala7.1694° N9.2847° E152 m105 km🗺 View Map
Takum7.2667° N9.9833° E256 m169 km🗺 View Map
Otukpa7.1017° N7.6595° E417 m118 km🗺 View Map
Igbor7.4512° N8.6081° E212 m33 km🗺 View Map
Ugbokpo7.6532° N7.8841° E138 m71 km🗺 View Map
Boju7.3557° N7.893° E215 m81 km🗺 View Map
Zaki Biam7.5067° N9.6104° E204 m123 km🗺 View Map
Aliade7.2963° N8.4828° E161 m49 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Makurdi Airport
IATA: MDI
34 km (21 mi) from Wannune
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🌍 Wannune Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Wannune Matter

The exact GPS location of Wannune gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Benue State. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Benue State state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Wannune Mapping

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 Wannune are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Wannune

The satellite view of Wannune 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 Nigeria map

🌎 Regional Position of Wannune in Benue State

Wannune sits within Benue State, Nigeria, 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Wannune Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Wannune 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 Benue State. › Browse every city in Benue State

💻 Using Wannune Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Wannune 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 Nigeria. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Wannune Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Wannune directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Wannune. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Benue State CitiesAccess the full city directory for Benue State ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Wannune Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Wannune?

The GPS coordinates of Wannune are latitude 7.5638° and longitude 8.8853°. In directional format: 7.5638° N, 8.8853° E. These coordinates mark the center of Wannune in Benue State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Wannune located?

Wannune is a city in Benue State, Nigeria, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Tarka. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Wannune?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Wannune sits at: Latitude 7° 33' 50" N and Longitude 8° 53' 7" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Wannune on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Wannune is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 7.5638, 8.8853 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Wannune in Benue State. For broader context, explore the Benue State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Wannune?

The nearest airport to Wannune is Makurdi Airport (MDI), roughly 34 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Wannune from Makurdi?

Wannune is approximately 44 km (28 mi) from Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Benue State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Wannune?

Wannune sits at an elevation of approximately 191 meters (627 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Benue State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Wannune?

The closest cities to Wannune include Yandev, Gbajimba, Gboko. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

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

Today in Wannune, sunrise is at 06:16 AM and sunset is at 06:42 PM, giving a day length of 12h 25m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Wannune's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Wannune from the Equator?

Wannune is approximately 842 km (523 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 981 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 Wannune?

The antipodal point of Wannune — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Atafu, Tokelau, roughly 186 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.

🚗 How far is Wannune from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Wannune is approximately 226 km (140 mi) NW of Abuja, the national capital of Nigeria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.