Current Date And Time In Yobe State, Nigeria
Tuesday, 28 July 2026
05:44:12 WAT
Capital: Damaturu
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 4,500,000
Area: 45,750.00 km²
State Code: YO
Explore the interactive satellite map of Yobe 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 Yobe 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 Yobe 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) | 12.2939° N | 11.439° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 12.2939 | 11.439 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 12° 17' 38" N | 11° 26' 21" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 12° 17.6326' N | 11° 26.3425' E |
| Population | 4,500,000 |
| Area (km²) | 45,750.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 17,664.17 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 98.90 /km² |
| Elevation | 348 m / 1,141 ft |
| Area Rank | #6 in Nigeria |
| Population Rank | #26 of 37 in Nigeria |
| GPS (DD) | 12.2939, 11.439 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Yobe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borno State | Nigeria | E | 192 km | 119 mi | ~2h 24m | 🗺 View |
| Gombe State | Nigeria | S | 216 km | 134 mi | ~2h 42m | 🗺 View |
| Jigawa State | Nigeria | W | 235 km | 146 mi | ~2h 56m | 🗺 View |
| Bauchi | Nigeria | SW | 281 km | 175 mi | ~3h 31m | 🗺 View |
| Kano State | Nigeria | W | 323 km | 201 mi | ~4h 2m | 🗺 View |
| Adamawa | Nigeria | S | 346 km | 215 mi | ~4h 20m | 🗺 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 Yobe State, along with each city's aerial distance from Damaturu, Yobe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gashua | 12.874° N | 11.0406° E | 339 m | 160 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nguru | 12.877° N | 10.4554° E | 349 m | 206 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Potiskum | 11.7139° N | 11.0811° E | 427 m | 96 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Daura | 11.5541° N | 11.406° E | 484 m | 64 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Damaturu | 11.747° N | 11.9608° E | 371 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Geidam | 12.8944° N | 11.9265° E | 329 m | 128 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kumagunnam | 13.155° N | 10.6347° E | 346 m | 213 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dapchi | 12.4954° N | 11.4998° E | 341 m | 97 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gorgoram | 12.6396° N | 10.7042° E | 348 m | 169 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Machina | 13.1364° N | 10.0492° E | 366 m | 259 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Yobe 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 Yobe State on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Nigeria.
The satellite view of Yobe 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
Yobe 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 Yobe 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 Yobe 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 Yobe State are latitude 12.2939° and longitude 11.439°. In directional format: 12.2939° N, 11.439° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Yobe State in Nigeria and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Yobe State is a state or administrative region of Nigeria, located in Africa. Its capital city is Damaturu. View the exact position of Yobe State on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Yobe State is at: Latitude 12° 17' 38" N and Longitude 11° 26' 21" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Yobe State covers a total area of approximately 45,750.00 km² (17,664.17 mi²). This is roughly 4.95% of Nigeria's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Yobe State is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 12.2939, 11.439 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Yobe State in Nigeria. For broader context, explore the Nigeria national map or nearby states.
Today in Yobe State, sunrise is at 05:58 AM and sunset is at 06:42 PM, giving a day length of 12h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Yobe State's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Yobe State is approximately 1,369 km (850 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,244 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Yobe State — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Faleasao, American Samoa, roughly 238 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.
