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Kamakwie, Northern Province, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone Flag

Current Date And Time In Kamakwie, Sierra Leone

Friday, 14 August 2026
01:32:18 GMT
Currency: Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 8,098

🗺 Map of Kamakwie, Northern Province, Sierra Leone – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kamakwie, a city in Northern 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 Kamakwie 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 Kamakwie.

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 Kamakwie, Northern Province

📍 LATITUDE
9.497°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
12.241°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)9.4969° N12.2406° W
Signed Decimal Degrees9.4969-12.2406
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)9° 29' 49" N12° 14' 26" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)9° 29.8134' N12° 14.4366' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kamakwie Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:39 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:07 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 28m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:53 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Kamakwie’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,057 km
(657 mi) • Kamakwie is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,344 km
(835 mi) • Kamakwie is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
9.497° S, 167.759° E
The point exactly opposite Kamakwie through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kamakwie, you'd surface nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, about 255 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 Kamakwie

📍 Location Details

CityKamakwie
StateNorthern Province
CountrySierra Leone
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population8,098
Elevation116 m / 381 ft
GPS (DD)9.4969, -12.2406

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kamakwie

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 8,098
🏆 State Rank: #9 of 28 most populous in Northern Province

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kamakwie 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 Northern Province.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
LomaNorthern ProvinceNE37 km23 mi~37m🗺 View
KukunaNorthern ProvinceW48 km30 mi~48m🗺 View
BinkoloNorthern ProvinceSE67 km42 mi~1h 7m🗺 View
MakeniNorthern ProvinceS71 km44 mi~1h 11m🗺 View
BumbunaNorthern ProvinceSE74 km46 mi~1h 14m🗺 View
KabalaNorthern ProvinceE76 km47 mi~1h 16m🗺 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 Kamakwie to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Makeni
71 km (44 mi)
S of Kamakwie • ~1h 11m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Freetown
157 km (97 mi)
SW of Kamakwie • ~2h 37m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Northern Province

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Makeni8.8861° N-12.0442° W93 m0 km🗺 View Map
Lunsar8.6844° N-12.535° W64 m58 km🗺 View Map
Kabala9.5889° N-11.5526° W433 m95 km🗺 View Map
Mile 918.466° N-12.2146° W77 m50 km🗺 View Map
Magburaka8.7231° N-11.9488° W99 m21 km🗺 View Map
Binkolo8.9523° N-11.9803° W119 m10 km🗺 View Map
Rokupr8.6712° N-12.385° W83 m44 km🗺 View Map
Kambia9.125° N-12.9182° W32 m100 km🗺 View Map
Kukuna9.3984° N-12.6648° W47 m89 km🗺 View Map
Mambolo8.9186° N-13.0367° W18 m109 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Lungi International Airport
IATA: FNA
143 km (89 mi) from Kamakwie
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🌍 Kamakwie Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kamakwie Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kamakwie

The satellite view of Kamakwie 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 Kamakwie in Northern Province

Kamakwie sits within Northern 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 Kamakwie Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kamakwie 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 Northern Province. › Browse every city in Northern Province

💻 Using Kamakwie Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kamakwie 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 Kamakwie Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kamakwie Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kamakwie?

The GPS coordinates of Kamakwie are latitude 9.4969° and longitude -12.2406°. In directional format: 9.4969° N, 12.2406° W. These coordinates mark the center of Kamakwie in Northern Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kamakwie located?

Kamakwie is a city in Northern 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 Kamakwie?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kamakwie sits at: Latitude 9° 29' 49" N and Longitude 12° 14' 26" 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 Kamakwie?

Kamakwie has a population of approximately 8,098 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Northern Province.

🗺 How can I view Kamakwie on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kamakwie is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 9.4969, -12.2406 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kamakwie in Northern Province. For broader context, explore the Northern Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kamakwie?

The nearest airport to Kamakwie is Lungi International Airport (FNA), roughly 143 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Kamakwie from Makeni?

Kamakwie is approximately 71 km (44 mi) from Makeni, the capital of Northern Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Northern Province.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kamakwie?

Kamakwie sits at an elevation of approximately 116 meters (381 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Northern Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kamakwie?

The closest cities to Kamakwie include Loma, Kukuna, Binkolo. 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 Kamakwie today?

Today in Kamakwie, sunrise is at 06:39 AM and sunset is at 07:07 PM, giving a day length of 12h 28m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kamakwie's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kamakwie from the Equator?

Kamakwie is approximately 1,057 km (657 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,344 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 Kamakwie?

The antipodal point of Kamakwie — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, roughly 255 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 Kamakwie from Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone?

Kamakwie is approximately 157 km (97 mi) SW of Freetown, the national capital of Sierra Leone, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.