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Dolaw, Gedo, Somalia – Somalia Flag

Current Date And Time In Dolaw, Somalia

Wednesday, 26 August 2026
15:18:33 EAT
State: Gedo
Currency: Somali Shilling (SOS)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)

🗺 Map of Dolaw, Gedo, Somalia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Dolaw, a city in Gedo, 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 Dolaw 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 Dolaw.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Dolaw, Gedo

📍 LATITUDE
4.189°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
42.046°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)4.1895° N42.0458° E
Signed Decimal Degrees4.189542.0458
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)4° 11' 22" N42° 2' 45" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)4° 11.367' N42° 2.7491' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Dolaw Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:06 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:21 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 15m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:13 PM
Calculated for today (26 Aug 2026) from Dolaw’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
466 km
(290 mi) • Dolaw is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,668 km
(2,901 mi) • Dolaw is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
4.189° S, 137.954° W
The point exactly opposite Dolaw through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Dolaw, you'd surface nearest to Ua-Huka, French Polynesia, about 553 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 Dolaw

📍 Location Details

CityDolaw
StateGedo
CountrySomalia
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation185 m / 608 ft
GPS (DD)4.1895, 42.0458

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Dolaw

Nearby Cities Found: 4 cities
Parent State: Gedo
Parent Country: Somalia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Dolaw 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 Gedo.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Beled HawoGedoSW34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
LuuqGedoSE70 km43 mi~1h 10m🗺 View
GarbahaarreyGedoS98 km61 mi~1h 38m🗺 View
DhamasGedoSW140 km87 mi~2h 20m🗺 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 Dolaw to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Mogadishu
437 km (272 mi)
SE of Dolaw • ~7h 17m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Gedo

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Beled Hawo3.9284° N41.88° E218 m-🗺 View Map
Baardheere2.3446° N42.2764° E97 m-🗺 View Map
Luuq3.8032° N42.5442° E150 m-🗺 View Map
Dhamas3.153° N41.3357° E400 m-🗺 View Map
Garbahaarrey3.3289° N42.2209° E222 m-🗺 View Map
Dujuma1.254° N42.5779° E56 m-🗺 View Map
Sa'o0° S0° W--🗺 View Map
Wajid0° S0° W--🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Gode Airport
IATA: GDE
258 km (160 mi) from Dolaw
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🌍 Dolaw Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Dolaw Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Dolaw

The satellite view of Dolaw 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 Somalia map

🌎 Regional Position of Dolaw in Gedo

Dolaw sits within Gedo, Somalia, 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 Dolaw Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Dolaw 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 Gedo. › Browse every city in Gedo

💻 Using Dolaw Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Dolaw 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 Somalia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Dolaw Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Dolaw Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Dolaw?

The GPS coordinates of Dolaw are latitude 4.1895° and longitude 42.0458°. In directional format: 4.1895° N, 42.0458° E. These coordinates mark the center of Dolaw in Gedo and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Dolaw located?

Dolaw is a city in Gedo, Somalia, 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 Dolaw?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Dolaw sits at: Latitude 4° 11' 22" N and Longitude 42° 2' 45" E. 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 Dolaw on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Dolaw is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 4.1895, 42.0458 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Dolaw in Gedo. For broader context, explore the Gedo state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Dolaw?

The nearest airport to Dolaw is Gode Airport (GDE), roughly 258 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Dolaw?

Dolaw sits at an elevation of approximately 185 meters (608 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Gedo.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Dolaw?

The closest cities to Dolaw include Beled Hawo, Luuq, Garbahaarrey. 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 Dolaw today?

Today in Dolaw, sunrise is at 06:06 AM and sunset is at 06:21 PM, giving a day length of 12h 15m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Dolaw's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Dolaw from the Equator?

Dolaw is approximately 466 km (290 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,668 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 Dolaw?

The antipodal point of Dolaw — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Ua-Huka, French Polynesia, roughly 553 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 Dolaw from Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia?

Dolaw is approximately 437 km (272 mi) SE of Mogadishu, the national capital of Somalia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.