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Current Date And Time In Rivers State, Nigeria

Monday, 27 July 2026
07:17:33 WAT
Capital: Port Harcourt
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 8,500,000
Area: 11,077.00 km²
State Code: RI

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Rivers 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 Rivers 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 Rivers 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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Rivers State, Nigeria

📍 LATITUDE
4.84°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
6.911°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)4.8396° N6.9112° E
Signed Decimal Degrees4.83966.9112
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)4° 50' 23" N6° 54' 40" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)4° 50.3785' N6° 54.6743' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Rivers State Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:27 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:50 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 22m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:38 PM
Calculated for today (27 Jul 2026) from Rivers State’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
539 km
(335 mi) • Rivers State is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
767 km
(476 mi) • Rivers State is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
4.84° S, 173.089° W
The point exactly opposite Rivers State through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Rivers State, you'd surface nearest to Atafu Village, Tokelau, about 417 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 Rivers State

📍 Location Details

State / RegionRivers State
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
CapitalPort Harcourt
State CodeRI
Time Zone+01:00
Districts23

📈 Area & Population

Population8,500,000
Area (km²)11,077.00 km²
Area (mi²)4,276.85 mi²
Pop. Density767.30 /km²
Elevation13 m / 43 ft
Area Rank#27 in Nigeria
Population Rank#6 of 37 in Nigeria
GPS (DD)4.8396, 6.9112

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring States

🗺 Neighboring States of Rivers State

Nearby States Found: 6 states
Parent Country: Nigeria
Continent: Africa

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 11,077.00 km² (4,276.85 mi²)
🎮 Share of Nigeria: 1.20% of total country area
🌎 World Land Share: 0.0074% of Earth's land surface
👥 Population Density: 767.30 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby States

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rivers 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.

StateCountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Imo StateNigeriaN83 km52 mi~1h 2m🗺 View
Bayelsa StateNigeriaW94 km58 mi~1h 10m🗺 View
Abia StateNigeriaNE96 km60 mi~1h 12m🗺 View
Akwa Ibom StateNigeriaE105 km65 mi~1h 19m🗺 View
DeltaNigeriaNW145 km90 mi~1h 49m🗺 View
AnambraNigeriaN154 km95 mi~1h 55m🗺 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.

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Rivers State

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Rivers State, along with each city's aerial distance from Port Harcourt, Rivers State's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Port Harcourt4.7774° N7.0134° E16 m0 km🗺 View Map
Buguma4.7361° N6.8624° E7 m17 km🗺 View Map
Okrika4.7422° N7.0837° E7 m9 km🗺 View Map
Obonoma4.7113° N6.7908° E6 m26 km🗺 View Map
Elele5.1009° N6.8141° E32 m42 km🗺 View Map
Degema Hulk4.7615° N6.7496° E6 m29 km🗺 View Map
Bonny4.4516° N7.1707° E7 m40 km🗺 View Map
Ahoada5.0828° N6.6498° E13 m53 km🗺 View Map
Bori4.6763° N7.3652° E18 m41 km🗺 View Map
Omoku5.3439° N6.6568° E18 m74 km🗺 View Map
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🌍 Rivers State Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Rivers State Matter

The precise GPS location of Rivers 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

📈 Coordinate Formats for Rivers State Mapping

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 Rivers State on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Nigeria.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Rivers State

The satellite view of Rivers 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

🌎 Regional Position of Rivers State in Nigeria

Rivers 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Rivers State Coordinates

Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Rivers 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

💻 Using Rivers State Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Rivers 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

📊 How to Use Rivers State Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Rivers State directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Bordering RegionsUse the nearby states tool to find all regions bordering Rivers State. Ideal for regional analysis, cross-border logistics and multi-territory market research in Nigeria.
🏝 Cities & Territory Drill-DownAccess the full list of cities in Rivers State with their own GPS data for precise intra-regional mapping, branch planning and urban coverage analysis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Rivers State Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Rivers State?

The GPS coordinates of Rivers State are latitude 4.8396° and longitude 6.9112°. In directional format: 4.8396° N, 6.9112° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Rivers State in Nigeria and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

🌎 Where is Rivers State located?

Rivers State is a state or administrative region of Nigeria, located in Africa. Its capital city is Port Harcourt. View the exact position of Rivers State on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Rivers State?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rivers State is at: Latitude 4° 50' 23" N and Longitude 6° 54' 40" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.

📐 What is the total area of Rivers State?

Rivers State covers a total area of approximately 11,077.00 km² (4,276.85 mi²). This is roughly 1.20% of Nigeria's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.

🗺 How can I view Rivers State on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Rivers State is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 4.8396, 6.9112 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rivers State in Nigeria. For broader context, explore the Nigeria national map or nearby states.

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

Today in Rivers State, sunrise is at 06:27 AM and sunset is at 06:50 PM, giving a day length of 12h 22m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rivers State's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Rivers State from the Equator?

Rivers State is approximately 539 km (335 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 767 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 Rivers State?

The antipodal point of Rivers State — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Atafu Village, Tokelau, roughly 417 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.