Current Date And Time In Lower Shabeelle, Somalia
Sunday, 26 July 2026
17:02:51 EAT
Capital: Merca
Currency: Somali Shilling (SOS)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Area: 25,285.00 km²
State Code: SH
Explore the interactive satellite map of Lower Shabeelle, 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 Lower Shabeelle — 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 Lower Shabeelle 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) | 1.867° N | 44.5502° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 1.867 | 44.5502 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 1° 52' 1" N | 44° 33' 1" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 1° 52.0189' N | 44° 33.0116' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Lower Shabeelle 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banaadir | Somalia | E | 97 km | 61 mi | ~1h 13m | 🗺 View |
| Bay | Somalia | NW | 137 km | 85 mi | ~1h 43m | 🗺 View |
| Middle Shabele | Somalia | NE | 191 km | 119 mi | ~2h 23m | 🗺 View |
| Middle Juba | Somalia | SW | 233 km | 145 mi | ~2h 55m | 🗺 View |
| Bakool | Somalia | N | 282 km | 175 mi | ~3h 32m | 🗺 View |
| Hiiraan | Somalia | N | 285 km | 177 mi | ~3h 34m | 🗺 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 Lower Shabeelle, along with each city's aerial distance from Merca, Lower Shabeelle'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marka | 1.7159° N | 44.7717° E | 12 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Afgooye | 2.1381° N | 45.1212° E | 87 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Qoryooley | 1.7878° N | 44.53° E | 64 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Wanlaweyn | 2.6185° N | 44.8938° E | 93 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Lower Shabeelle 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 Lower Shabeelle on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Somalia.
The satellite view of Lower Shabeelle 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
Lower Shabeelle 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 Lower Shabeelle 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 Lower Shabeelle 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 Lower Shabeelle are latitude 1.867° and longitude 44.5502°. In directional format: 1.867° N, 44.5502° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Lower Shabeelle in Somalia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Lower Shabeelle is a state or administrative region of Somalia, located in Africa. Its capital city is Merca. View the exact position of Lower Shabeelle on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Lower Shabeelle is at: Latitude 1° 52' 1" N and Longitude 44° 33' 1" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Lower Shabeelle covers a total area of approximately 25,285.00 km² (9,762.59 mi²). This is roughly 3.97% of Somalia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Lower Shabeelle is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 1.867, 44.5502 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Lower Shabeelle in Somalia. For broader context, explore the Somalia national map or nearby states.
Today in Lower Shabeelle, sunrise is at 06:01 AM and sunset is at 06:15 PM, giving a day length of 12h 14m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Lower Shabeelle's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Lower Shabeelle is approximately 208 km (129 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,957 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Lower Shabeelle — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Ua-Huka, French Polynesia, roughly 905 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.
