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Current Date And Time In Jahun, Nigeria

Thursday, 30 July 2026
17:24:15 WAT
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
District: Jahun

🗺 Map of Jahun, Jigawa State, Nigeria – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Jahun, a city in Jigawa 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 Jahun 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 Jahun.

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 Jahun, Jigawa State

📍 LATITUDE
12.076°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
9.628°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)12.0763° N9.6276° E
Signed Decimal Degrees12.07639.6276
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)12° 4' 35" N9° 37' 39" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)12° 4.5774' N9° 37.6542' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Jahun Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:06 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:49 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 42m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:27 PM
Calculated for today (30 Jul 2026) from Jahun’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,344 km
(835 mi) • Jahun is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,048 km
(651 mi) • Jahun is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
12.076° S, 170.372° W
The point exactly opposite Jahun through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Jahun, you'd surface nearest to Taulaga, American Samoa, about 138 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 Jahun

📍 Location Details

CityJahun
StateJigawa State
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
DistrictJahun
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation374 m / 1,227 ft
GPS (DD)12.0763, 9.6276

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Jahun

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Jahun 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 Jigawa State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
MigaJigawa StateNE20 km13 mi~20m🗺 View
KiyawaJigawa StateS33 km20 mi~33m🗺 View
Kafin HausaJigawa StateNE36 km22 mi~36m🗺 View
GagarawaJigawa StateN38 km24 mi~38m🗺 View
TauraJigawa StateNW41 km25 mi~41m🗺 View
AuyoJigawa StateNE44 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 Jahun to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Dutse
47 km (29 mi)
SW of Jahun • ~47m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
409 km (254 mi)
SW of Jahun • ~6h 49m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Jigawa State

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Chakwama11.5597° N9.6641° E400 m42 km🗺 View Map
Hadejia12.4535° N10.0412° E359 m109 km🗺 View Map
Gumel12.6269° N9.3881° E369 m97 km🗺 View Map
Birnin Kudu11.4521° N9.4786° E450 m37 km🗺 View Map
Kiyawa11.7844° N9.6069° E395 m29 km🗺 View Map
Dutse11.7562° N9.339° E444 m0 km🗺 View Map
Gwaram11.2773° N9.8839° E452 m80 km🗺 View Map
Ringim12.1514° N9.1622° E392 m48 km🗺 View Map
Kazaure12.6485° N8.4118° E444 m141 km🗺 View Map
Kafin Hausa12.2393° N9.9111° E364 m82 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport
IATA: KAN
120 km (75 mi) from Jahun
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🌍 Jahun Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Jahun Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Jahun

The satellite view of Jahun 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 Jahun in Jigawa State

Jahun sits within Jigawa 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 Jahun Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Jahun 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 Jigawa State. › Browse every city in Jigawa State

💻 Using Jahun Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Jahun 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 Jahun Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Jahun Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Jahun?

The GPS coordinates of Jahun are latitude 12.0763° and longitude 9.6276°. In directional format: 12.0763° N, 9.6276° E. These coordinates mark the center of Jahun in Jigawa State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Jahun located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Jahun?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Jahun sits at: Latitude 12° 4' 35" N and Longitude 9° 37' 39" 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 Jahun on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Jahun is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 12.0763, 9.6276 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Jahun in Jigawa State. For broader context, explore the Jigawa State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Jahun?

The nearest airport to Jahun is Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN), roughly 120 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Jahun from Dutse?

Jahun is approximately 47 km (29 mi) from Dutse, the capital of Jigawa State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Jigawa State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Jahun?

Jahun sits at an elevation of approximately 374 meters (1,227 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Jigawa State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Jahun?

The closest cities to Jahun include Miga, Kiyawa, Kafin Hausa. 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 Jahun today?

Today in Jahun, sunrise is at 06:06 AM and sunset is at 06:49 PM, giving a day length of 12h 42m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Jahun's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Jahun from the Equator?

Jahun is approximately 1,344 km (835 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,048 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 Jahun?

The antipodal point of Jahun — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Taulaga, American Samoa, roughly 138 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 Jahun from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Jahun is approximately 409 km (254 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.