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Moyamba, North West, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone Flag

Current Date And Time In Moyamba, Sierra Leone

Sunday, 26 July 2026
17:55:05 GMT
State: North West
Currency: Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)

🗺 Map of Moyamba, North West, Sierra Leone – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Moyamba, a city in North West, 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 Moyamba — 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 Moyamba.

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 Moyamba, North West

📍 LATITUDE
8.162°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
12.435°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.1621° N12.4352° W
Signed Decimal Degrees8.1621-12.4352
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 9' 43" N12° 26' 7" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 9.7231' N12° 26.1115' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Moyamba Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:40 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:12 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 32m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:56 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Moyamba’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
909 km
(565 mi) • Moyamba is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,370 km
(851 mi) • Moyamba is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.162° S, 167.565° E
The point exactly opposite Moyamba through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Moyamba, you'd surface nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, about 345 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 Moyamba

📍 Location Details

CityMoyamba
StateNorth West
CountrySierra Leone
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation61 m / 200 ft
GPS (DD)8.1621, -12.4352

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Moyamba

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: North West
Parent Country: Sierra Leone

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Moyamba 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 North West.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
LunsarNorth WestN60 km37 mi~60m🗺 View
Port LokoNorth WestNW78 km48 mi~1h 18m🗺 View
MagburakaNorth WestNE82 km51 mi~1h 22m🗺 View
MakeniNorth WestNE90 km56 mi~1h 30m🗺 View
MamboloNorth WestNW107 km66 mi~1h 47m🗺 View
KambiaNorth WestNW120 km74 mi~1h 60m🗺 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 Moyamba to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Freetown
95 km (59 mi)
W of Moyamba • ~1h 35m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in North West

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in North West, the home state of Moyamba, 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
Port Loko8.7661° N-12.787° W51 m-🗺 View Map
Kabala0° S0° W--🗺 View Map
Kambia9.1262° N-12.9177° W33 m-🗺 View Map
Lungi0° S0° W--🗺 View Map
Lunsar8.6881° N-12.5355° W55 m-🗺 View Map
Magburaka8.7179° N-11.9519° W95 m-🗺 View Map
Makeni8.872° N-12.0376° W101 m-🗺 View Map
Mambolo8.9178° N-13.0371° W16 m-🗺 View Map
Yele0° S0° W--🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Lungi International Airport
IATA: FNA
98 km (61 mi) from Moyamba
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🌍 Moyamba Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Moyamba Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Moyamba

The satellite view of Moyamba 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 Moyamba in North West

Moyamba sits within North West, 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 Moyamba Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Moyamba 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 North West. › Browse every city in North West

💻 Using Moyamba Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Moyamba 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 Moyamba Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Moyamba Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Moyamba?

The GPS coordinates of Moyamba are latitude 8.1621° and longitude -12.4352°. In directional format: 8.1621° N, 12.4352° W. These coordinates mark the center of Moyamba in North West and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Moyamba located?

Moyamba is a city in North West, 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 Moyamba?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Moyamba sits at: Latitude 8° 9' 43" N and Longitude 12° 26' 7" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Moyamba on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Moyamba is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.1621, -12.4352 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Moyamba in North West. For broader context, explore the North West state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Moyamba?

The nearest airport to Moyamba is Lungi International Airport (FNA), roughly 98 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Moyamba?

Moyamba sits at an elevation of approximately 61 meters (200 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for North West.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Moyamba?

The closest cities to Moyamba include Lunsar, Port Loko, Magburaka. 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 Moyamba today?

Today in Moyamba, sunrise is at 06:40 AM and sunset is at 07:12 PM, giving a day length of 12h 32m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Moyamba's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Moyamba from the Equator?

Moyamba is approximately 909 km (565 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,370 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 Moyamba?

The antipodal point of Moyamba — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, roughly 345 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 Moyamba from Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone?

Moyamba is approximately 95 km (59 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.