Current Date And Time In Western Area, Sierra Leone
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
18:16:34 GMT
Capital: Freetown
Currency: Sierra Leonean Leone (SLL)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Area: 696.00 km²
State Code: W
Explore the interactive satellite map of Western Area, a state or administrative region of 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 Western Area — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Western Area in Sierra Leone.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 8.3115° N | 13.0357° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 8.3115 | -13.0357 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 8° 18' 41" N | 13° 2' 8" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 8° 18.6899' N | 13° 2.1416' W |
| State / Region | Western Area |
| Country | Sierra Leone |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Freetown |
| State Code | W |
| Time Zone | +00:00 |
| Area (km²) | 696.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 268.73 mi² |
| Elevation | 16 m / 54 ft |
| Area Rank | #5 in Sierra Leone |
| GPS (DD) | 8.3115, -13.0357 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Western Area to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Sierra Leone.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North West | Sierra Leone | NE | 71 km | 44 mi | ~53m | 🗺 View |
| Southern Province | Sierra Leone | SE | 139 km | 86 mi | ~1h 44m | 🗺 View |
| Northern Province | Sierra Leone | NE | 192 km | 119 mi | ~2h 24m | 🗺 View |
| Eastern Province | Sierra Leone | E | 214 km | 133 mi | ~2h 40m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Western Area, along with each city's aerial distance from Freetown, Western Area's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freetown | 8.4871° N | -13.2356° W | 38 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Waterloo | 8.3389° N | -13.0709° W | 23 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Goderich | 8.4276° N | -13.286° W | 10 m | 9 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hastings | 8.3799° N | -13.1369° W | 50 m | 16 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kent | 8.3333° N | -13.0667° W | 1 m | 25 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dublin | 8.1375° N | -13.1927° W | 23 m | 39 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Biama | 0° S | 0° W | - | 1,744 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Daru | 0° S | 0° W | - | 1,744 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kailahun | 8.2802° N | -10.5718° W | 301 m | 294 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kenema | 7.8632° N | -11.1957° W | 173 m | 235 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Western Area is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Sierra Leone. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Western Area on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Sierra Leone.
The satellite view of Western Area helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Sierra Leone national map
Western Area occupies a distinct geographic zone within Sierra Leone in the Africa region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Western Area for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Sierra Leone. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Western Area 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 region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Sierra Leone. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Western Area are latitude 8.3115° and longitude -13.0357°. In directional format: 8.3115° N, 13.0357° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Western Area in Sierra Leone and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Western Area is a state or administrative region of Sierra Leone, located in Africa. Its capital city is Freetown. View the exact position of Western Area on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Western Area is at: Latitude 8° 18' 41" N and Longitude 13° 2' 8" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Western Area covers a total area of approximately 696.00 km² (268.73 mi²). This is roughly 0.97% of Sierra Leone's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Western Area is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.3115, -13.0357 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Western Area in Sierra Leone. For broader context, explore the Sierra Leone national map or nearby states.
Today in Western Area, sunrise is at 06:43 AM and sunset is at 07:04 PM, giving a day length of 12h 21m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Western Area's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Western Area is approximately 925 km (575 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,436 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Western Area — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Lata, Solomon Islands, roughly 297 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 place.
