Geo Countries
Azare, Borno State, Nigeria – Nigeria Flag

Current Date And Time In Azare, Nigeria

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
11:39:09 WAT
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
District: Hawul

🗺 Map of Azare, Borno State, Nigeria – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Azare, a city in Borno 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 Azare 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 Azare.

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 Azare, Borno State

📍 LATITUDE
10.526°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
12.291°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)10.5258° N12.2912° E
Signed Decimal Degrees10.525812.2912
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)10° 31' 33" N12° 17' 28" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)10° 31.5498' N12° 17.469' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Azare Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:59 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:31 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 31m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:15 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Azare’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,172 km
(728 mi) • Azare is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,345 km
(836 mi) • Azare is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
10.526° S, 167.709° W
The point exactly opposite Azare through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Azare, you'd surface nearest to Roto, Cook Islands, about 207 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 Azare

📍 Location Details

CityAzare
StateBorno State
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
DistrictHawul
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation796 m / 2,612 ft
GPS (DD)10.5258, 12.2912

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Azare

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Azare 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 Borno State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ShaffaBorno StateSE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
BiuBorno StateNW14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
MiringaBorno StateNW28 km17 mi~28m🗺 View
ShaniBorno StateSW42 km26 mi~42m🗺 View
Kwaya KusarBorno StateW49 km30 mi~49m🗺 View
WuyoBorno StateW67 km42 mi~1h 7m🗺 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 Azare to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Maiduguri
175 km (109 mi)
NE of Azare • ~2h 55m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
550 km (342 mi)
W of Azare • ~9h 10m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Borno State

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Maiduguri11.8469° N13.1571° E325 m0 km🗺 View Map
Bama11.5213° N13.6895° E330 m68 km🗺 View Map
Biu10.6129° N12.1946° E762 m173 km🗺 View Map
Gamboru12.373° N14.2069° E291 m128 km🗺 View Map
Dikwa12.0361° N13.9182° E298 m85 km🗺 View Map
Damboa11.1553° N12.7564° E401 m88 km🗺 View Map
Monguno12.6706° N13.6122° E290 m104 km🗺 View Map
Magumeri12.1145° N12.8262° E336 m47 km🗺 View Map
Kukawa12.9248° N13.5662° E291 m128 km🗺 View Map
Marte12.3653° N13.8293° E292 m93 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Yola Airport
IATA: YOL
142 km (88 mi) from Azare
States By Alphabets

πŸ’¬ Was this information helpful?

Help us improve our country profiles. Your feedback helps enhance data accuracy and user experience.

🌍 Azare Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Azare Matter

The exact GPS location of Azare gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Borno 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 Borno State state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Azare 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 Azare are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Azare

The satellite view of Azare 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 Azare in Borno State

Azare sits within Borno 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 Azare Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Azare 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 Borno State. › Browse every city in Borno State

💻 Using Azare Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Azare 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 Azare Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Azare 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 Azare. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Borno State CitiesAccess the full city directory for Borno State ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Azare Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Azare?

The GPS coordinates of Azare are latitude 10.5258° and longitude 12.2912°. In directional format: 10.5258° N, 12.2912° E. These coordinates mark the center of Azare in Borno State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Azare located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Azare?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Azare sits at: Latitude 10° 31' 33" N and Longitude 12° 17' 28" 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 Azare on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Azare is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 10.5258, 12.2912 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Azare in Borno State. For broader context, explore the Borno State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Azare?

The nearest airport to Azare is Yola Airport (YOL), roughly 142 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Azare from Maiduguri?

Azare is approximately 175 km (109 mi) from Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Borno State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Azare?

Azare sits at an elevation of approximately 796 meters (2,612 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Borno State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Azare?

The closest cities to Azare include Shaffa, Biu, Miringa. 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 Azare today?

Today in Azare, sunrise is at 05:59 AM and sunset is at 06:31 PM, giving a day length of 12h 31m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Azare's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Azare from the Equator?

Azare is approximately 1,172 km (728 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,345 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 Azare?

The antipodal point of Azare — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Roto, Cook Islands, roughly 207 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 Azare from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Azare is approximately 550 km (342 mi) W of Abuja, the national capital of Nigeria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.