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Safotu, Gaga'ifomauga, Samoa – Samoa Flag

Current Date And Time In Safotu, Samoa

Thursday, 13 August 2026
03:20:04 WSST
Currency: Samoan Tala (WST)
Timezone: UTC +13:00 (WSST)
Population: 1,207

🗺 Map of Safotu, Gaga'ifomauga, Samoa – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Safotu, a city in Gaga'ifomauga, Samoa, 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 Safotu — 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 Safotu.

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 Samoa operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Safotu, Gaga'ifomauga

📍 LATITUDE
13.451°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
172.402°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)13.4513° S172.4018° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-13.4513-172.4018
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)13° 27' 5" S172° 24' 6" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)13° 27.0792' S172° 24.1062' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Safotu Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:44 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:24 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 40m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:34 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Safotu’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,497 km
(930 mi) • Safotu is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
18,665 km
(11,598 mi) • Safotu is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
13.451° N, 7.598° E
The point exactly opposite Safotu through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Safotu, you'd surface nearest to Aguié, Niger, about 20 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 Safotu

📍 Location Details

CitySafotu
StateGaga'ifomauga
CountrySamoa
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
Time Zone+13:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,207
Elevation15 m / 49 ft
GPS (DD)-13.4513, -172.4018

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Safotu

Nearby Cities Found: 3 cities
Parent State: Gaga'ifomauga
Parent Country: Samoa

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,207
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 4 most populous in Gaga'ifomauga

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Safotu 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 Gaga'ifomauga.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
SasinaGaga'ifomaugaW6 km3 mi~6m🗺 View
A’opoGaga'ifomaugaSW16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
MatavaiGaga'ifomaugaSE104 km65 mi~1h 44m🗺 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 Safotu to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Apia
81 km (50 mi)
SE of Safotu • ~1h 21m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Gaga'ifomauga

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Matavai-14.0321° S-171.6477° W22 m-🗺 View Map
Sasina-13.47° S-172.4492° W9 m-🗺 View Map
A’opo-13.5398° S-172.5193° W--🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Faleolo International Airport
IATA: APW
60 km (37 mi) from Safotu
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🌍 Safotu Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Safotu Matter

The exact GPS location of Safotu gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Gaga'ifomauga. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Gaga'ifomauga state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Safotu

The satellite view of Safotu 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 Samoa map

🌎 Regional Position of Safotu in Gaga'ifomauga

Safotu sits within Gaga'ifomauga, Samoa, in the Australia And Oceania 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 Safotu Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Safotu 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 Gaga'ifomauga. › Browse every city in Gaga'ifomauga

💻 Using Safotu Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Safotu 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 Samoa. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Safotu Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Safotu Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Safotu?

The GPS coordinates of Safotu are latitude -13.4513° and longitude -172.4018°. In directional format: 13.4513° S, 172.4018° W. These coordinates mark the center of Safotu in Gaga'ifomauga and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Safotu located?

Safotu is a city in Gaga'ifomauga, Samoa, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Safotu?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Safotu sits at: Latitude 13° 27' 5" S and Longitude 172° 24' 6" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Safotu?

Safotu has a population of approximately 1,207 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Gaga'ifomauga.

🗺 How can I view Safotu on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Safotu is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -13.4513, -172.4018 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Safotu in Gaga'ifomauga. For broader context, explore the Gaga'ifomauga state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Safotu?

The nearest airport to Safotu is Faleolo International Airport (APW), roughly 60 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Safotu?

Safotu sits at an elevation of approximately 15 meters (49 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Gaga'ifomauga.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Safotu?

The closest cities to Safotu include Sasina, A’opo, Matavai. 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 Safotu today?

Today in Safotu, sunrise is at 06:44 AM and sunset is at 06:24 PM, giving a day length of 11h 40m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Safotu's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Safotu from the Equator?

Safotu is approximately 1,497 km (930 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 18,665 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 Safotu?

The antipodal point of Safotu — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Aguié, Niger, roughly 20 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 Safotu from Apia, the capital of Samoa?

Safotu is approximately 81 km (50 mi) SE of Apia, the national capital of Samoa, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.