Current Date And Time In Galguduud, Somalia
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
13:53:58 EAT
Capital: Dusmareb
Currency: Somali Shilling (SOS)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 892,000
Area: 46,126.00 km²
State Code: GA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Galguduud, a state or administrative region of Somalia, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Galguduud — 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 Galguduud in Somalia.
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 Somalia operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 5.4113° N | 46.5163° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 5.4113 | 46.5163 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 24' 41" N | 46° 30' 59" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 24.6758' N | 46° 30.9757' E |
| Population | 892,000 |
| Area (km²) | 46,126.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 17,809.34 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 19.30 /km² |
| Elevation | 234 m / 768 ft |
| Area Rank | #6 in Somalia |
| Population Rank | #8 of 14 in Somalia |
| GPS (DD) | 5.4113, 46.5163 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Galguduud 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 Somalia.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiiraan | Somalia | SW | 181 km | 113 mi | ~2h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Mudug | Somalia | NE | 248 km | 154 mi | ~3h 6m | 🗺 View |
| Middle Shabele | Somalia | S | 285 km | 177 mi | ~3h 34m | 🗺 View |
| Bakool | Somalia | SW | 292 km | 182 mi | ~3h 39m | 🗺 View |
| Banaadir | Somalia | S | 388 km | 241 mi | ~4h 51m | 🗺 View |
| Sool | Somalia | N | 393 km | 244 mi | ~4h 55m | 🗺 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 Galguduud, along with each city's aerial distance from Dusmareb, Galguduud'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabudwaaq | 6.2459° N | 46.2247° E | 336 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Balanbale | 5.769° N | 45.763° E | 330 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Dhabad | 6.4317° N | 46.4619° E | 358 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Ceeldheer | 3.8488° N | 47.1806° E | 20 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Ceelbuur | 4.685° N | 46.6176° E | 153 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Dhuusamarreeb | 5.536° N | 46.3867° E | 254 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Adado | 6.136° N | 46.6276° E | 311 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| 'Elbur | 0° S | 0° W | - | - | 🗺 View Map |
| 'Eldhere | 3.8493° N | 47.1813° E | 19 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Galguduud is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Somalia. 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 Galguduud on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Somalia.
The satellite view of Galguduud 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 Somalia national map
Galguduud occupies a distinct geographic zone within Somalia 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 Galguduud 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 Somalia. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Galguduud 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 Somalia. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Galguduud are latitude 5.4113° and longitude 46.5163°. In directional format: 5.4113° N, 46.5163° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Galguduud in Somalia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Galguduud is a state or administrative region of Somalia, located in Africa. Its capital city is Dusmareb. View the exact position of Galguduud on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Galguduud is at: Latitude 5° 24' 41" N and Longitude 46° 30' 59" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Galguduud covers a total area of approximately 46,126.00 km² (17,809.34 mi²). This is roughly 7.23% of Somalia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Galguduud is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.4113, 46.5163 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Galguduud in Somalia. For broader context, explore the Somalia national map or nearby states.
Today in Galguduud, sunrise is at 05:47 AM and sunset is at 06:04 PM, giving a day length of 12h 16m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Galguduud's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Galguduud is approximately 602 km (374 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 5,155 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Galguduud — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Ua-Huka, French Polynesia, roughly 774 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.
