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Current Date And Time In Nafada, Nigeria

Sunday, 26 July 2026
11:05:10 WAT
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 22,920
District: Nafada

🗺 Map of Nafada, Gombe State, Nigeria – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Nafada, a city in Gombe 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 Nafada 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 Nafada.

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 Nafada, Gombe State

📍 LATITUDE
11.096°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
11.333°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)11.096° N11.3326° E
Signed Decimal Degrees11.09611.3326
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)11° 5' 45" N11° 19' 57" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)11° 5.7576' N11° 19.9566' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Nafada Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:00 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:41 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 41m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:21 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Nafada’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,235 km
(768 mi) • Nafada is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,238 km
(769 mi) • Nafada is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
11.096° S, 168.667° W
The point exactly opposite Nafada through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Nafada, you'd surface nearest to Taulaga, American Samoa, about 264 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 Nafada

📍 Location Details

CityNafada
StateGombe State
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
DistrictNafada
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population22,920
Area (km²)1,586.00 km²
Area (mi²)612.36 mi²
Pop. Density14.45 /km²
Elevation275 m / 902 ft
GPS (DD)11.096, 11.3326

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Nafada

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 22,920
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 14 most populous in Gombe State
🏠 Share of Gombe State Population: 0.546%
📏 Built-Up Area: 1,586.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 14 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Nafada 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 Gombe State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
BajogaGombe StateS29 km18 mi~29m🗺 View
DukkuGombe StateSW68 km42 mi~1h 8m🗺 View
Mallam SidiGombe StateS70 km43 mi~1h 10m🗺 View
KafaratiGombe StateS83 km52 mi~1h 23m🗺 View
HinnaGombe StateS90 km56 mi~1h 30m🗺 View
GombeGombe StateS91 km57 mi~1h 31m🗺 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 Nafada to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Gombe
91 km (57 mi)
S of Nafada • ~1h 31m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
477 km (297 mi)
SW of Nafada • ~7h 57m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Gombe State

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Gombe10.2897° N11.1673° E460 m0 km🗺 View Map
Pindiga9.9843° N10.9523° E490 m41 km🗺 View Map
Kumo10.0481° N11.2106° E427 m27 km🗺 View Map
Garko10.1751° N11.1646° E470 m13 km🗺 View Map
Deba10.2119° N11.3871° E311 m26 km🗺 View Map
Dukku10.8238° N10.7722° E474 m73 km🗺 View Map
Biliri9.8671° N11.2259° E549 m47 km🗺 View Map
Kaltungo9.82° N11.3087° E489 m54 km🗺 View Map
Bara10.3744° N10.7288° E330 m49 km🗺 View Map
Kafarati10.383° N11.0957° E496 m13 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Gombe Lawanti International Airport
IATA: GMO
100 km (62 mi) from Nafada
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🌍 Nafada Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Nafada Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Nafada

The satellite view of Nafada 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 Nafada in Gombe State

Nafada sits within Gombe 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 Nafada Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Nafada 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 Gombe State. › Browse every city in Gombe State

💻 Using Nafada Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Nafada 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 Nafada Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Nafada Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Nafada?

The GPS coordinates of Nafada are latitude 11.096° and longitude 11.3326°. In directional format: 11.096° N, 11.3326° E. These coordinates mark the center of Nafada in Gombe State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Nafada located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Nafada?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Nafada sits at: Latitude 11° 5' 45" N and Longitude 11° 19' 57" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Nafada?

Nafada has a population of approximately 22,920 people. This is roughly 0.546% of Gombe State's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Gombe State.

🗺 How can I view Nafada on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Nafada is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 11.096, 11.3326 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Nafada in Gombe State. For broader context, explore the Gombe State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Nafada?

The nearest airport to Nafada is Gombe Lawanti International Airport (GMO), roughly 100 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Nafada from Gombe?

Nafada is approximately 91 km (57 mi) from Gombe, the capital of Gombe State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Gombe State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Nafada?

Nafada sits at an elevation of approximately 275 meters (902 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Gombe State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Nafada?

The closest cities to Nafada include Bajoga, Dukku, Mallam Sidi. 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 Nafada today?

Today in Nafada, sunrise is at 06:00 AM and sunset is at 06:41 PM, giving a day length of 12h 41m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Nafada's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Nafada from the Equator?

Nafada is approximately 1,235 km (768 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,238 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 Nafada?

The antipodal point of Nafada — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Taulaga, American Samoa, roughly 264 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 Nafada from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Nafada is approximately 477 km (297 mi) SW of Abuja, the national capital of Nigeria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.