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Taiama, Southern Province, Sierra Leone – Sierra Leone Flag

Current Date And Time In Taiama, Sierra Leone

Monday, 03 August 2026
14:02:41 GMT
Currency: Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)

🗺 Map of Taiama, Southern Province, Sierra Leone – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Taiama, a city in Southern 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 Taiama 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 Taiama.

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 Taiama, Southern Province

📍 LATITUDE
8.201°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
12.06°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.2013° N12.06° W
Signed Decimal Degrees8.2013-12.06
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 12' 5" N12° 3' 36" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 12.078' N12° 3.5976' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Taiama Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:39 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:09 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 30m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:54 PM
Calculated for today (03 Aug 2026) from Taiama’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
913 km
(567 mi) • Taiama is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,329 km
(826 mi) • Taiama is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.201° S, 167.94° E
The point exactly opposite Taiama through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Taiama, you'd surface nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, about 366 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 Taiama

📍 Location Details

CityTaiama
StateSouthern Province
CountrySierra Leone
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

GPS (DD)8.2013, -12.06

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Taiama

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Taiama 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 Southern Province.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
NjalaSouthern ProvinceNE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
LargoSouthern ProvinceNW14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
BaiimaSouthern ProvinceSE26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View
BumpeSouthern ProvinceSE38 km24 mi~38m🗺 View
MoyambaSouthern ProvinceW41 km26 mi~41m🗺 View
MambomaSouthern ProvinceE43 km27 mi~43m🗺 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 Taiama to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Bo
44 km (27 mi)
SE of Taiama • ~44m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Freetown
133 km (83 mi)
W of Taiama • ~2h 13m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Southern Province

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Bo7.9647° N-11.7383° W104 m0 km🗺 View Map
Njala8.2323° N-12.0156° W67 m43 km🗺 View Map
Bumpe7.8921° N-11.9054° W38 m20 km🗺 View Map
Gandorhun7.555° N-11.6926° W58 m46 km🗺 View Map
Gandorhun7.4943° N-11.8306° W33 m53 km🗺 View Map
Bonthe7.5264° N-12.505° W5 m98 km🗺 View Map
Mattru Jong7.5997° N-12.1667° W36 m62 km🗺 View Map
Pujehun7.3581° N-11.7208° W26 m67 km🗺 View Map
Sumbuya7.6479° N-11.9606° W39 m43 km🗺 View Map
Baoma7.9934° N-11.7147° W100 m4 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Lungi International Airport
IATA: FNA
133 km (83 mi) from Taiama
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🌍 Taiama Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Taiama Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Taiama

The satellite view of Taiama 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 Taiama in Southern Province

Taiama sits within Southern 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 Taiama Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Taiama 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 Southern Province. › Browse every city in Southern Province

💻 Using Taiama Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Taiama 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 Taiama Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Taiama Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Taiama?

The GPS coordinates of Taiama are latitude 8.2013° and longitude -12.06°. In directional format: 8.2013° N, 12.06° W. These coordinates mark the center of Taiama in Southern Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Taiama located?

Taiama is a city in Southern 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 Taiama?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Taiama sits at: Latitude 8° 12' 5" N and Longitude 12° 3' 36" 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 Taiama on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Taiama is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.2013, -12.06 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Taiama in Southern Province. For broader context, explore the Southern Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Taiama?

The nearest airport to Taiama is Lungi International Airport (FNA), roughly 133 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Taiama from Bo?

Taiama is approximately 44 km (27 mi) from Bo, the capital of Southern Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Southern Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Taiama?

The closest cities to Taiama include Njala, Largo, Baiima. 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 Taiama today?

Today in Taiama, sunrise is at 06:39 AM and sunset is at 07:09 PM, giving a day length of 12h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Taiama's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Taiama from the Equator?

Taiama is approximately 913 km (567 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,329 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 Taiama?

The antipodal point of Taiama — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, roughly 366 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 Taiama from Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone?

Taiama is approximately 133 km (83 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.