Current Date And Time In KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Friday, 14 August 2026
23:55:47 SAST
Capital: Pietermaritzburg
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (SAST)
Population: 11,899,000
Area: 94,361.00 km²
State Code: KZN
Explore the interactive satellite map of KwaZulu-Natal, a state or administrative region of South Africa, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for KwaZulu-Natal — 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 KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa.
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 South Africa operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 28.5306° S | 30.8958° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -28.5306 | 30.8958 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 28° 31' 50" S | 30° 53' 45" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 28° 31.8332' S | 30° 53.7495' E |
| State / Region | KwaZulu-Natal (IPhondo yaKwaZulu-Natala) |
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Pietermaritzburg |
| State Code | KZN |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Districts | 11 |
| Population | 11,899,000 |
| Area (km²) | 94,361.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 36,432.97 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 126.11 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,024 m / 3,360 ft |
| Area Rank | #7 in South Africa |
| Population Rank | #2 of 9 in South Africa |
| GPS (DD) | -28.5306, 30.8958 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from KwaZulu-Natal 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 South Africa.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | N | 332 km | 206 mi | ~4h 9m | 🗺 View |
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | NW | 372 km | 231 mi | ~4h 39m | 🗺 View |
| Free State | South Africa | W | 386 km | 240 mi | ~4h 50m | 🗺 View |
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | W | 401 km | 249 mi | ~5h 0m | 🗺 View |
| Gauteng | South Africa | NW | 401 km | 249 mi | ~5h 1m | 🗺 View |
| North West | South Africa | W | 511 km | 317 mi | ~6h 23m | 🗺 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 KwaZulu-Natal, along with each city's aerial distance from Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durban | -29.8579° S | 31.0292° E | 21 m | 67 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pietermaritzburg | -29.6168° S | 30.3928° E | 636 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Newcastle | -27.758° S | 29.9318° E | 1,195 m | 212 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Richards Bay | -28.783° S | 32.0377° E | 9 m | 185 km | 🗺 View Map |
| KwaDukuza | -29.3282° S | 31.2895° E | 111 m | 93 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vryheid | -27.7695° S | 30.7917° E | 1,170 m | 209 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pinetown | -29.8207° S | 30.8867° E | 323 m | 53 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ladysmith | -28.5587° S | 29.779° E | 1,010 m | 132 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mpumalanga | -29.8129° S | 30.6365° E | 711 m | 32 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ntuzuma | -29.739° S | 30.949° E | 205 m | 55 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of KwaZulu-Natal is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across South Africa. 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 KwaZulu-Natal on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in South Africa.
The satellite view of KwaZulu-Natal 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 South Africa national map
KwaZulu-Natal occupies a distinct geographic zone within South Africa 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 KwaZulu-Natal 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 South Africa. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for KwaZulu-Natal 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 South Africa. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of KwaZulu-Natal are latitude -28.5306° and longitude 30.8958°. In directional format: 28.5306° S, 30.8958° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
KwaZulu-Natal is a state or administrative region of South Africa, located in Africa. Its capital city is Pietermaritzburg. View the exact position of KwaZulu-Natal on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, KwaZulu-Natal is at: Latitude 28° 31' 50" S and Longitude 30° 53' 45" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
KwaZulu-Natal covers a total area of approximately 94,361.00 km² (36,432.97 mi²). This is roughly 7.74% of South Africa's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of KwaZulu-Natal is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -28.5306, 30.8958 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. For broader context, explore the South Africa national map or nearby states.
Today in KwaZulu-Natal, sunrise is at 06:26 AM and sunset is at 05:35 PM, giving a day length of 11h 8m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from KwaZulu-Natal's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
KwaZulu-Natal is approximately 3,176 km (1,973 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,022 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of KwaZulu-Natal — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hana, United States, roughly 1,109 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.
Pietermaritzburg, the capital of KwaZulu-Natal, is approximately 482 km (300 mi) NW of Pretoria, the national capital of South Africa, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
