Current Date And Time In Ascension, Saint Helena
Sunday, 26 July 2026
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Explore the interactive satellite map of Ascension, a state or administrative region of Saint Helena, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Ascension — 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 Ascension in Saint Helena.
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 Saint Helena operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 15.9583° S | 5.702° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -15.9583 | -5.702 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 15° 57' 30" S | 5° 42' 7" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 15° 57.4999' S | 5° 42.1199' W |
| State / Region | Ascension |
| Country | Saint Helena |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Georgetown |
| State Code | AC |
| Time Zone | +00:00 |
| Elevation | 566 m / 1,856 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -15.9583, -5.702 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ascension 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 Saint Helena.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Helena | Saint Helena | N | 0 km | 0 mi | ~0m | 🗺 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 Ascension, along with each city's aerial distance from Georgetown, Ascension'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown | -7.9286° S | -14.4119° W | 20 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Ascension is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Saint Helena. 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 Ascension on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Saint Helena.
The satellite view of Ascension 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 Saint Helena national map
Ascension occupies a distinct geographic zone within Saint Helena 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 Ascension 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 Saint Helena. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Ascension 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 Saint Helena. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Ascension are latitude -15.9583° and longitude -5.702°. In directional format: 15.9583° S, 5.702° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Ascension in Saint Helena and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Ascension is a state or administrative region of Saint Helena, located in Africa. Its capital city is Georgetown. View the exact position of Ascension on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Ascension is at: Latitude 15° 57' 30" S and Longitude 5° 42' 7" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
The interactive satellite map of Ascension is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -15.9583, -5.702 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Ascension in Saint Helena. For broader context, explore the Saint Helena national map or nearby states.
Today in Ascension, sunrise is at 06:47 AM and sunset is at 06:11 PM, giving a day length of 11h 23m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Ascension's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Ascension is approximately 1,776 km (1,104 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 610 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Ascension — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Utrik, Marshall Islands, roughly 713 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.