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Current Date And Time In Sunkani, Nigeria

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
10:25:30 WAT
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
District: Ardo-Kola

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sunkani, a city in Taraba 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 Sunkani 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 Sunkani.

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 Sunkani, Taraba State

📍 LATITUDE
8.703°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
11.258°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.703° N11.2576° E
Signed Decimal Degrees8.70311.2576
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 42' 11" N11° 15' 27" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 42.1788' N11° 15.4542' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sunkani Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:06 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:33 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 27m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:20 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Sunkani’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
969 km
(602 mi) • Sunkani is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,239 km
(770 mi) • Sunkani is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.703° S, 168.742° W
The point exactly opposite Sunkani through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sunkani, you'd surface nearest to Fakaofo, Tokelau, about 282 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 Sunkani

📍 Location Details

CitySunkani
StateTaraba State
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
DistrictArdo-Kola
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation231 m / 758 ft
GPS (DD)8.703, 11.2576

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sunkani

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sunkani 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 Taraba State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
JalingoTaraba StateNE24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
LankoviriTaraba StateNE38 km24 mi~38m🗺 View
PantisawaTaraba StateNE39 km24 mi~39m🗺 View
Mutum BiyuTaraba StateW54 km33 mi~54m🗺 View
LauTaraba StateN56 km35 mi~56m🗺 View
ZingTaraba StateNE63 km39 mi~1h 3m🗺 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 Sunkani to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Jalingo
24 km (15 mi)
NE of Sunkani • ~24m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
415 km (258 mi)
W of Sunkani • ~6h 55m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Taraba State

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Jalingo8.8937° N11.3596° E208 m0 km🗺 View Map
Wukari7.8714° N9.7779° E189 m208 km🗺 View Map
Ibi8.1812° N9.7443° E109 m194 km🗺 View Map
Gembu6.7256° N11.2565° E1,599 m241 km🗺 View Map
Beli7.8587° N10.9719° E183 m123 km🗺 View Map
Gassol8.5354° N10.4462° E132 m108 km🗺 View Map
Lau9.2083° N11.2754° E132 m36 km🗺 View Map
Mutum Biyu8.6414° N10.7736° E146 m70 km🗺 View Map
Baissa7.2309° N10.6244° E248 m202 km🗺 View Map
Riti7.9084° N9.6169° E127 m221 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Yola Airport
IATA: YOL
143 km (89 mi) from Sunkani
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🌍 Sunkani Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sunkani Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sunkani

The satellite view of Sunkani 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 Sunkani in Taraba State

Sunkani sits within Taraba 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 Sunkani Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sunkani 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 Taraba State. › Browse every city in Taraba State

💻 Using Sunkani Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sunkani 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 Sunkani Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Sunkani Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sunkani?

The GPS coordinates of Sunkani are latitude 8.703° and longitude 11.2576°. In directional format: 8.703° N, 11.2576° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sunkani in Taraba State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sunkani located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sunkani?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sunkani sits at: Latitude 8° 42' 11" N and Longitude 11° 15' 27" 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 Sunkani on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sunkani is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.703, 11.2576 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sunkani in Taraba State. For broader context, explore the Taraba State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sunkani?

The nearest airport to Sunkani is Yola Airport (YOL), roughly 143 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Sunkani from Jalingo?

Sunkani is approximately 24 km (15 mi) from Jalingo, the capital of Taraba State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Taraba State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Sunkani?

Sunkani sits at an elevation of approximately 231 meters (758 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Taraba State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sunkani?

The closest cities to Sunkani include Jalingo, Lankoviri, Pantisawa. 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 Sunkani today?

Today in Sunkani, sunrise is at 06:06 AM and sunset is at 06:33 PM, giving a day length of 12h 27m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sunkani's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sunkani from the Equator?

Sunkani is approximately 969 km (602 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,239 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 Sunkani?

The antipodal point of Sunkani — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Fakaofo, Tokelau, roughly 282 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 Sunkani from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Sunkani is approximately 415 km (258 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.