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Lidgetton, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa – South Africa Flag

Current Date And Time In Lidgetton, South Africa

Saturday, 15 August 2026
01:28:20 SAST
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (SAST)
Population: 5,416
District: uMgungundlovu District Municipality

🗺 Map of Lidgetton, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Lidgetton, a city in KwaZulu-Natal, 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 Lidgetton 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 Lidgetton.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Lidgetton, KwaZulu-Natal

📍 LATITUDE
29.44°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
30.1°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)29.4405° S30.1° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-29.440530.1
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)29° 26' 26" S30° 5' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)29° 26.4282' S30° 5.9982' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Lidgetton Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:31 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:37 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 5m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:04 PM
Calculated for today (15 Aug 2026) from Lidgetton’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,277 km
(2,036 mi) • Lidgetton is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,918 km
(1,813 mi) • Lidgetton is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
29.44° N, 149.9° W
The point exactly opposite Lidgetton through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Lidgetton, you'd surface nearest to Huelo, United States, about 1,142 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 Lidgetton

📍 Location Details

CityLidgetton
StateKwaZulu-Natal (IPhondo yaKwaZulu-Natala)
CountrySouth Africa
ContinentAfrica
DistrictuMgungundlovu District Municipality
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population5,416
Elevation1,199 m / 3,934 ft
GPS (DD)-29.4405, 30.1

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Lidgetton

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: KwaZulu-Natal
Parent Country: South Africa

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 5,416
🏆 State Rank: #68 of 131 most populous in KwaZulu-Natal
🏠 Share of KwaZulu-Natal Population: 0.046%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Lidgetton 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 KwaZulu-Natal.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
HowickKwaZulu-NatalE13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
Nottingham RoadKwaZulu-NatalNW15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
MpophomeniKwaZulu-NatalSE16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
HiltonKwaZulu-NatalSE23 km14 mi~23m🗺 View
Mooi RiverKwaZulu-NatalN28 km17 mi~28m🗺 View
ImpendleKwaZulu-NatalSW29 km18 mi~29m🗺 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 Lidgetton to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Pietermaritzburg
34 km (21 mi)
SE of Lidgetton • ~34m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Pretoria
441 km (274 mi)
NW of Lidgetton • ~7h 21m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in KwaZulu-Natal

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Durban-29.8579° S31.0292° E21 m67 km🗺 View Map
Pietermaritzburg-29.6168° S30.3928° E636 m0 km🗺 View Map
Newcastle-27.758° S29.9318° E1,195 m212 km🗺 View Map
Richards Bay-28.783° S32.0377° E9 m185 km🗺 View Map
KwaDukuza-29.3282° S31.2895° E111 m93 km🗺 View Map
Vryheid-27.7695° S30.7917° E1,170 m209 km🗺 View Map
Pinetown-29.8207° S30.8867° E323 m53 km🗺 View Map
Ladysmith-28.5587° S29.779° E1,010 m132 km🗺 View Map
Mpumalanga-29.8129° S30.6365° E711 m32 km🗺 View Map
Ntuzuma-29.739° S30.949° E205 m55 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Pietermaritzburg Airport
IATA: PZB
37 km (23 mi) from Lidgetton
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🌍 Lidgetton Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Lidgetton Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Lidgetton

The satellite view of Lidgetton 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 South Africa map

🌎 Regional Position of Lidgetton in KwaZulu-Natal

Lidgetton sits within KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, 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 Lidgetton Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Lidgetton 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 KwaZulu-Natal. › Browse every city in KwaZulu-Natal

💻 Using Lidgetton Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Lidgetton 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 South Africa. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Lidgetton Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Lidgetton Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Lidgetton?

The GPS coordinates of Lidgetton are latitude -29.4405° and longitude 30.1°. In directional format: 29.4405° S, 30.1° E. These coordinates mark the center of Lidgetton in KwaZulu-Natal and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Lidgetton located?

Lidgetton is a city in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, on the continent of Africa. It falls within uMgungundlovu District Municipality. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Lidgetton?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Lidgetton sits at: Latitude 29° 26' 26" S and Longitude 30° 5' 60" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Lidgetton?

Lidgetton has a population of approximately 5,416 people. This is roughly 0.046% of KwaZulu-Natal's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in KwaZulu-Natal.

🗺 How can I view Lidgetton on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Lidgetton is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -29.4405, 30.1 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Lidgetton in KwaZulu-Natal. For broader context, explore the KwaZulu-Natal state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Lidgetton?

The nearest airport to Lidgetton is Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB), roughly 37 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Lidgetton from Pietermaritzburg?

Lidgetton is approximately 34 km (21 mi) from Pietermaritzburg, the capital of KwaZulu-Natal, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in KwaZulu-Natal.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Lidgetton?

Lidgetton sits at an elevation of approximately 1,199 meters (3,934 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for KwaZulu-Natal.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Lidgetton?

The closest cities to Lidgetton include Howick, Nottingham Road, Mpophomeni. 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 Lidgetton today?

Today in Lidgetton, sunrise is at 06:31 AM and sunset is at 05:37 PM, giving a day length of 11h 5m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Lidgetton's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Lidgetton from the Equator?

Lidgetton is approximately 3,277 km (2,036 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 2,918 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 Lidgetton?

The antipodal point of Lidgetton — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Huelo, United States, roughly 1,142 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 Lidgetton from Pretoria, the capital of South Africa?

Lidgetton is approximately 441 km (274 mi) NW of Pretoria, the national capital of South Africa, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.