Current Date And Time In Kano State, Nigeria
Thursday, 20 August 2026
10:58:07 WAT
Capital: Kano
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 18,000,000
Area: 20,131.00 km²
State Code: KN
Explore the interactive satellite map of Kano State, a state or administrative region of 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 Kano State — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Kano State in Nigeria.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 11.7471° N | 8.5247° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 11.7471 | 8.5247 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 11° 44' 49" N | 8° 31' 29" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 11° 44.8242' N | 8° 31.4826' E |
| Population | 18,000,000 |
| Area (km²) | 20,131.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 7,772.62 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 894.20 /km² |
| Elevation | 458 m / 1,502 ft |
| Area Rank | #21 in Nigeria |
| Population Rank | #1 of 37 in Nigeria |
| GPS (DD) | 11.7471, 8.5247 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kano State to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Nigeria.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jigawa State | Nigeria | E | 91 km | 56 mi | ~1h 8m | 🗺 View |
| Katsina State | Nigeria | NW | 120 km | 75 mi | ~1h 30m | 🗺 View |
| Kaduna State | Nigeria | SW | 176 km | 110 mi | ~2h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Bauchi | Nigeria | SE | 215 km | 134 mi | ~2h 41m | 🗺 View |
| Zamfara State | Nigeria | W | 254 km | 158 mi | ~3h 10m | 🗺 View |
| Plateau State | Nigeria | S | 301 km | 187 mi | ~3h 46m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Kano State, along with each city's aerial distance from Kano, Kano State's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kano | 12.0001° N | 8.5167° E | 484 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Wudil | 11.8094° N | 8.8442° E | 419 m | 41 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gaya | 11.8606° N | 9.0027° E | 437 m | 55 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rano | 11.5568° N | 8.5807° E | 526 m | 50 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gwarzo | 11.916° N | 7.9337° E | 581 m | 64 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bebeji | 11.6677° N | 8.262° E | 513 m | 46 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Takai | 11.5757° N | 9.1088° E | 458 m | 80 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kura | 11.7723° N | 8.4263° E | 477 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dambatta | 12.435° N | 8.5153° E | 460 m | 48 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kibiya | 11.528° N | 8.6611° E | 504 m | 55 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Kano State is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Nigeria. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Kano State on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Nigeria.
The satellite view of Kano State helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Nigeria national map
Kano State occupies a distinct geographic zone within Nigeria in the Africa region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Kano State for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Nigeria. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Kano State 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 region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Nigeria. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Kano State are latitude 11.7471° and longitude 8.5247°. In directional format: 11.7471° N, 8.5247° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Kano State in Nigeria and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Kano State is a state or administrative region of Nigeria, located in Africa. Its capital city is Kano. View the exact position of Kano State on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kano State is at: Latitude 11° 44' 49" N and Longitude 8° 31' 29" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Kano State covers a total area of approximately 20,131.00 km² (7,772.62 mi²). This is roughly 2.18% of Nigeria's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Kano State is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 11.7471, 8.5247 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kano State in Nigeria. For broader context, explore the Nigeria national map or nearby states.
Today in Kano State, sunrise is at 06:14 AM and sunset is at 06:44 PM, giving a day length of 12h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kano State's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Kano State is approximately 1,308 km (813 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 929 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Kano State — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Taulaga, American Samoa, roughly 88 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.
