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Pepel, Northern Province, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone Flag

Current Date And Time In Pepel, Sierra Leone

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
15:41:05 GMT
Currency: Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 4,462

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Pepel, 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 Pepel 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 Pepel.

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 Pepel, Northern Province

📍 LATITUDE
8.586°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
13.054°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.5861° N13.0544° W
Signed Decimal Degrees8.5861-13.0544
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 35' 10" N13° 3' 16" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 35.1666' N13° 3.2664' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Pepel Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:43 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:11 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 27m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:57 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Pepel’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
956 km
(594 mi) • Pepel is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,437 km
(893 mi) • Pepel is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.586° S, 166.946° E
The point exactly opposite Pepel through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Pepel, you'd surface nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, about 269 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 Pepel

📍 Location Details

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

📈 Area & Population

Population4,462
Elevation20 m / 66 ft
GPS (DD)8.5861, -13.0544

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Pepel

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 4,462
🏆 State Rank: #15 of 28 most populous in Northern Province

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Pepel 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
MasoyilaNorthern ProvinceW15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
SawktaNorthern ProvinceW17 km11 mi~17m🗺 View
TintaforNorthern ProvinceW18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
KonakrideeNorthern ProvinceNW24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
MamboloNorthern ProvinceN37 km23 mi~37m🗺 View
KassiriNorthern ProvinceN40 km25 mi~40m🗺 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 Pepel to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Makeni
116 km (72 mi)
E of Pepel • ~1h 56m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Freetown
23 km (14 mi)
SW of Pepel • ~23m 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 Pepel, 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
Kamakwie9.4969° N-12.2406° W116 m71 km🗺 View Map
Kukuna9.3984° N-12.6648° W47 m89 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Lungi International Airport
IATA: FNA
16 km (10 mi) from Pepel
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🌍 Pepel Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Pepel Matter

The exact GPS location of Pepel 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 Pepel 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 Pepel are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Pepel

The satellite view of Pepel 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 Pepel in Northern Province

Pepel 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 Pepel Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Pepel 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 Pepel Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Pepel 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 Pepel Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Pepel 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 Pepel. 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 Pepel Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Pepel?

The GPS coordinates of Pepel are latitude 8.5861° and longitude -13.0544°. In directional format: 8.5861° N, 13.0544° W. These coordinates mark the center of Pepel in Northern Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Pepel located?

Pepel 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 Pepel?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Pepel sits at: Latitude 8° 35' 10" N and Longitude 13° 3' 16" 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 Pepel?

Pepel has a population of approximately 4,462 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Northern Province.

🗺 How can I view Pepel on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Pepel is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.5861, -13.0544 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Pepel in Northern Province. For broader context, explore the Northern Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Pepel?

The nearest airport to Pepel is Lungi International Airport (FNA), roughly 16 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Pepel from Makeni?

Pepel is approximately 116 km (72 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 Pepel?

Pepel sits at an elevation of approximately 20 meters (66 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 Pepel?

The closest cities to Pepel include Masoyila, Sawkta, Tintafor. 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 Pepel today?

Today in Pepel, sunrise is at 06:43 AM and sunset is at 07:11 PM, giving a day length of 12h 27m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Pepel's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Pepel from the Equator?

Pepel is approximately 956 km (594 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,437 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 Pepel?

The antipodal point of Pepel — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, roughly 269 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 Pepel from Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone?

Pepel is approximately 23 km (14 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.