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Kayima, Eastern Province, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone Flag

Current Date And Time In Kayima, Sierra Leone

Thursday, 13 August 2026
20:16:24 GMT
Currency: Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 1,881

🗺 Map of Kayima, Eastern Province, Sierra Leone – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kayima, a city in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Kayima β€” 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 Kayima.

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 Sierra Leone operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Kayima, Eastern Province

📍 LATITUDE
8.888°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
11.159°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.8879° N11.1593° W
Signed Decimal Degrees8.8879-11.1593
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 53' 16" N11° 9' 34" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 53.274' N11° 9.5592' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kayima Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:35 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:03 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 27m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:49 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Kayima’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
989 km
(615 mi) • Kayima is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,227 km
(763 mi) • Kayima is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.888° S, 168.841° E
The point exactly opposite Kayima through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kayima, you'd surface nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, about 391 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 Kayima

📍 Location Details

CityKayima
StateEastern Province
CountrySierra Leone
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,881
Elevation373 m / 1,224 ft
GPS (DD)8.8879, -11.1593

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kayima

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Eastern Province
Parent Country: Sierra Leone

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,881
🏆 State Rank: #28 of 28 most populous in Eastern Province

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kayima 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 Eastern Province.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
YengemaEastern ProvinceS19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
TefeyaEastern ProvinceS21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View
KoyimaEastern ProvinceSE25 km16 mi~25m🗺 View
KoiduEastern ProvinceSE34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
MotemaEastern ProvinceSE34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
SimbakoroEastern ProvinceSE35 km22 mi~35m🗺 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 Kayima to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Kenema
112 km (70 mi)
S of Kayima • ~1h 52m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Freetown
233 km (144 mi)
W of Kayima • ~3h 53m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Eastern Province

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kenema7.8769° N-11.1903° W182 m0 km🗺 View Map
Koidu8.6439° N-10.9714° W381 m89 km🗺 View Map
Segbwema7.9947° N-10.9502° W180 m30 km🗺 View Map
Kailahun8.2789° N-10.573° W309 m81 km🗺 View Map
Yengema8.7144° N-11.1706° W390 m93 km🗺 View Map
Pendembu8.0981° N-10.6943° W204 m60 km🗺 View Map
Blama7.8748° N-11.3455° W122 m17 km🗺 View Map
Panguma8.1851° N-11.1329° W309 m35 km🗺 View Map
Barma8.3496° N-11.3306° W148 m55 km🗺 View Map
Boajibu8.1876° N-11.3403° W150 m38 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Lungi International Airport
IATA: FNA
226 km (140 mi) from Kayima
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🌍 Kayima Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kayima Matter

The exact GPS location of Kayima gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Eastern Province. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Eastern Province state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kayima

The satellite view of Kayima 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 Sierra Leone map

🌎 Regional Position of Kayima in Eastern Province

Kayima sits within Eastern Province, Sierra Leone, 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 Kayima Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kayima 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 Eastern Province. › Browse every city in Eastern Province

💻 Using Kayima Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kayima 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 Sierra Leone. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Kayima Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kayima Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kayima?

The GPS coordinates of Kayima are latitude 8.8879° and longitude -11.1593°. In directional format: 8.8879° N, 11.1593° W. These coordinates mark the center of Kayima in Eastern Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kayima located?

Kayima is a city in Eastern Province, Sierra Leone, 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 Kayima?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kayima sits at: Latitude 8° 53' 16" N and Longitude 11° 9' 34" 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 Kayima?

Kayima has a population of approximately 1,881 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Eastern Province.

🗺 How can I view Kayima on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kayima is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.8879, -11.1593 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kayima in Eastern Province. For broader context, explore the Eastern Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kayima?

The nearest airport to Kayima is Lungi International Airport (FNA), roughly 226 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Kayima from Kenema?

Kayima is approximately 112 km (70 mi) from Kenema, the capital of Eastern Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Eastern Province.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kayima?

Kayima sits at an elevation of approximately 373 meters (1,224 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Eastern Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kayima?

The closest cities to Kayima include Yengema, Tefeya, Koyima. 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 Kayima today?

Today in Kayima, sunrise is at 06:35 AM and sunset is at 07:03 PM, giving a day length of 12h 27m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kayima's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kayima from the Equator?

Kayima is approximately 989 km (615 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,227 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 Kayima?

The antipodal point of Kayima — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, roughly 391 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 Kayima from Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone?

Kayima is approximately 233 km (144 mi) W of Freetown, the national capital of Sierra Leone, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.