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Dara, Louga, Senegal – Senegal Flag

Current Date And Time In Dara, Senegal

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
14:46:49 GMT
State: Louga
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 45,530

🗺 Map of Dara, Louga, Senegal – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Dara, a city in Louga, 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 Dara — 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 Dara.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Dara, Louga

📍 LATITUDE
15.348°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
15.48°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)15.3484° N15.4799° W
Signed Decimal Degrees15.3484-15.4799
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)15° 20' 54" N15° 28' 48" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)15° 20.9064' N15° 28.7958' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Dara Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:45 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:28 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 42m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:06 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Dara’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,709 km
(1,062 mi) • Dara is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,662 km
(1,033 mi) • Dara is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
15.348° S, 164.52° E
The point exactly opposite Dara through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Dara, you'd surface nearest to Port-Olry, Vanuatu, about 276 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 Dara

📍 Location Details

CityDara
StateLouga
CountrySenegal
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population45,530
Elevation41 m / 135 ft
GPS (DD)15.3484, -15.4799

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Dara

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Louga
Parent Country: Senegal

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 45,530
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 8 most populous in Louga

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Dara 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 Louga.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Ndibène DahraLougaS2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
MbeuleukhéLougaNE36 km22 mi~36m🗺 View
LinguèreLougaE39 km24 mi~39m🗺 View
NdiagneLougaW64 km40 mi~1h 4m🗺 View
LougaLougaW85 km53 mi~1h 25m🗺 View
GuéoulLougaW94 km59 mi~1h 34m🗺 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 Dara to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Dakar
223 km (139 mi)
W of Dara • ~3h 43m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Louga

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Louga15.6187° N-16.2244° W42 m-🗺 View Map
Ndibène Dahra15.3338° N-15.4766° W42 m-🗺 View Map
Kébémer15.365° N-16.4339° W43 m-🗺 View Map
Linguère15.3953° N-15.1193° W21 m-🗺 View Map
Guéoul15.4833° N-16.35° W41 m-🗺 View Map
Ndiagne15.4094° N-16.0707° W54 m-🗺 View Map
Mbeuleukhé15.6487° N-15.3492° W17 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Blaise Diagne International Airport
IATA: DSS
187 km (116 mi) from Dara
🗺️ Map of other cities
🗺 Map of Kébémer
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🌍 Dara Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Dara Matter

The exact GPS location of Dara gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Louga. 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 Louga state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Dara

The satellite view of Dara 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 Senegal map

🌎 Regional Position of Dara in Louga

Dara sits within Louga, Senegal, in the Africa 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 Dara Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Dara 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 Louga. › Browse every city in Louga

💻 Using Dara Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Dara 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 Senegal. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Dara Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Dara Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Dara?

The GPS coordinates of Dara are latitude 15.3484° and longitude -15.4799°. In directional format: 15.3484° N, 15.4799° W. These coordinates mark the center of Dara in Louga and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Dara located?

Dara is a city in Louga, Senegal, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Dara?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Dara sits at: Latitude 15° 20' 54" N and Longitude 15° 28' 48" 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 Dara?

Dara has a population of approximately 45,530 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Louga.

🗺 How can I view Dara on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Dara is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 15.3484, -15.4799 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Dara in Louga. For broader context, explore the Louga state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Dara?

The nearest airport to Dara is Blaise Diagne International Airport (DSS), roughly 187 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Dara?

Dara sits at an elevation of approximately 41 meters (135 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Louga.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Dara?

The closest cities to Dara include Ndibène Dahra, Mbeuleukhé, Linguère. 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 Dara today?

Today in Dara, sunrise is at 06:45 AM and sunset is at 07:28 PM, giving a day length of 12h 42m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Dara's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Dara from the Equator?

Dara is approximately 1,709 km (1,062 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,662 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 Dara?

The antipodal point of Dara — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-Olry, Vanuatu, roughly 276 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 Dara from Dakar, the capital of Senegal?

Dara is approximately 223 km (139 mi) W of Dakar, the national capital of Senegal, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.