Current Date And Time In Dakar, Senegal
Saturday, 27 June 2026
17:42:24 GMT
Capital: Dakar
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Area: 550.00 km²
State Code: DK
Explore the interactive satellite map of Dakar, a state or administrative region of Senegal, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Dakar — 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 Dakar in Senegal.
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 Senegal operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 14.7167° N | 17.4677° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 14.7167 | -17.4677 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 14° 43' 0" N | 17° 28' 4" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 14° 43.0006' N | 17° 28.0612' W |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Dakar 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 Senegal.
| State | Country | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thies | Senegal | 58 km | 36 mi | ~43m | 🗺 View |
| Fatick | Senegal | 121 km | 75 mi | ~1h 31m | 🗺 View |
| Diourbel Region | Senegal | 151 km | 94 mi | ~1h 53m | 🗺 View |
| Kaolack | Senegal | 162 km | 101 mi | ~2h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Louga | Senegal | 166 km | 103 mi | ~2h 5m | 🗺 View |
| Saint-Louis | Senegal | 179 km | 111 mi | ~2h 14m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Dakar. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakar | 2,646,503 | 14.6937° N | -17.4441° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Pikine | 874,062 | 14.7646° N | -17.3907° W | 🗺 View Map |
| GuĂ©diawaye | 329,659 | 14.7745° N | -17.4021° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Rufisque | 295,459 | 14.7154° N | -17.2733° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Rufisque est | 221,066 | 14.7162° N | -17.2728° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Bargny | 69,242 | 14.6971° N | -17.2302° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Bargny Guèdj | 51,188 | 14.687° N | -17.2281° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Bargny Ngoude | 51,188 | 14.6941° N | -17.2353° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Diamniadio | 47,759 | 14.7205° N | -17.1816° W | 🗺 View Map |
| SĂ©bikhotane | 42,839 | 14.7452° N | -17.1378° W | 🗺 View Map |
| 🗺️ Map of other states |
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| 🗺 Map of Thies |
| 🗺 Map of Fatick |
| 🗺 Map of Diourbel Region |
| 🗺 Map of Kaolack |
| 🗺 Map of Louga |
| 🗺 Map of Saint-Louis |
The precise GPS location of Dakar is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Senegal. 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 Dakar on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Senegal.
The satellite view of Dakar 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 Senegal national map
Dakar occupies a distinct geographic zone within Senegal 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 Dakar 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 Senegal. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Dakar 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 Senegal. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Dakar are latitude 14.7167° and longitude -17.4677°. In directional format: 14.7167° N, 17.4677° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Dakar in Senegal and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Dakar is a state or administrative region of Senegal, located in Africa. Its capital city is Dakar. View the exact position of Dakar on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Dakar is at: Latitude 14° 43' 0" N and Longitude 17° 28' 4" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Dakar covers a total area of approximately 550.00 km² (212.36 mi²). This is roughly 0.28% of Senegal's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Dakar is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 14.7167, -17.4677 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Dakar in Senegal. For broader context, explore the Senegal national map or nearby states.
