Current Date And Time In Sonsorol, Palau
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
14:51:21 PWT
Capital: Dongosaru
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC +09:00 (PWT)
Population: 100
Area: 3.12 km²
State Code: SO
Explore the interactive satellite map of Sonsorol, a state or administrative region of Palau, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sonsorol — 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 Sonsorol in Palau.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Palau operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 5.3268° N | 132.2239° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 5.3268 | 132.2239 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 19' 37" N | 132° 13' 26" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 19.6087' N | 132° 13.4347' E |
| State / Region | Sonsorol |
| Country | Palau |
| Continent | Australia And Oceania |
| Capital | Dongosaru |
| State Code | SO |
| Time Zone | +09:00 |
| Population | 100 |
| Area (km²) | 3.12 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1.20 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 0.02 /km² |
| Elevation | 24 m / 77 ft |
| Area Rank | #14 in Palau |
| Population Rank | #15 of 16 in Palau |
| GPS (DD) | 5.3268, 132.2239 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sonsorol 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 Palau.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatohobei | Palau | S | 274 km | 170 mi | ~3h 26m | 🗺 View |
| Angaur | Palau | NE | 275 km | 171 mi | ~3h 26m | 🗺 View |
| Peleliu | Palau | NE | 291 km | 181 mi | ~3h 38m | 🗺 View |
| Koror | Palau | NE | 336 km | 209 mi | ~4h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Aimeliik | Palau | NE | 345 km | 214 mi | ~4h 19m | 🗺 View |
| Airai | Palau | NE | 347 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 Sonsorol, along with each city's aerial distance from Dongosaru, Sonsorol'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonsorol Village | 5.3261° N | 132.2194° E | 7 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dongosaru | 5.3268° N | 132.2239° E | 24 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Sonsorol is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Palau. 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 Sonsorol on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Palau.
The satellite view of Sonsorol 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 Palau national map
Sonsorol occupies a distinct geographic zone within Palau in the Australia And Oceania 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 Sonsorol 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 Palau. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Sonsorol 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 Palau. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Sonsorol are latitude 5.3268° and longitude 132.2239°. In directional format: 5.3268° N, 132.2239° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Sonsorol in Palau and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Sonsorol is a state or administrative region of Palau, located in Australia And Oceania. Its capital city is Dongosaru. View the exact position of Sonsorol on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sonsorol is at: Latitude 5° 19' 37" N and Longitude 132° 13' 26" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Sonsorol covers a total area of approximately 3.12 km² (1.20 mi²). This is roughly 0.68% of Palau's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Sonsorol is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.3268, 132.2239 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sonsorol in Palau. For broader context, explore the Palau national map or nearby states.
Today in Sonsorol, sunrise is at 06:05 AM and sunset is at 06:26 PM, giving a day length of 12h 20m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sonsorol's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Sonsorol is approximately 593 km (368 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 14,656 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Sonsorol — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Praia Norte, Brazil, roughly 8 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.
Dongosaru, the capital of Sonsorol, is approximately 359 km (223 mi) NE of Melekeok, the national capital of Palau, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.