Current Date And Time In Northern Cape, South Africa
Saturday, 27 June 2026
22:18:34 SAST
Capital: Kimberley
Currency: South African Rand (ZAR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (SAST)
Area: 372,889.00 km²
State Code: NC
Explore the interactive satellite map of Northern Cape, 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 Northern Cape — 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 Northern Cape 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) | 30° S | 22° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -30 | 22 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 30° 0' 0" S | 22° 0' 0" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 30° 0' S | 22° 0' E |
| State / Region | Northern Cape |
| Country | South Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Kimberley |
| State Code | NC |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Area (km²) | 372,889.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 143,973.19 mi² |
| GPS (DD) | -30, 22 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Northern Cape 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 | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | 107 km | 66 mi | ~1h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | 359 km | 223 mi | ~4h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Western Cape | South Africa | 483 km | 300 mi | ~6h 2m | 🗺 View |
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | 491 km | 305 mi | ~6h 8m | 🗺 View |
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | 492 km | 306 mi | ~6h 9m | 🗺 View |
| Mpumalanga | South Africa | 496 km | 308 mi | ~6h 12m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Northern Cape. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimberley | 142,089 | -28.7323° S | 24.7623° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Upington | 71,373 | -28.4478° S | 21.2561° E | 🗺 View Map |
| De Aar | 32,318 | -30.6497° S | 24.0123° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Postmasburg | 30,089 | -28.3339° S | 23.0654° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Pampierstad | 21,707 | -27.7832° S | 24.6877° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Warrenton | 17,946 | -28.114° S | 24.8475° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Colesberg | 12,423 | -30.72° S | 25.0972° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Barkly West | 11,621 | -28.5354° S | 24.5215° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Prieska | 11,236 | -29.668° S | 22.7425° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Springbok | 10,438 | -29.6643° S | 17.8865° E | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Northern Cape 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 Northern Cape on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in South Africa.
The satellite view of Northern Cape 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
Northern Cape 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 Northern Cape 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 Northern Cape 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 Northern Cape are latitude -30° and longitude 22°. In directional format: 30° S, 22° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Northern Cape in South Africa and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Northern Cape is a state or administrative region of South Africa, located in Africa. Its capital city is Kimberley. View the exact position of Northern Cape on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Northern Cape is at: Latitude 30° 0' 0" S and Longitude 22° 0' 0" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Northern Cape covers a total area of approximately 372,889.00 km² (143,973.19 mi²). This is roughly 30.57% of South Africa's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Northern Cape is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -30, 22 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Northern Cape in South Africa. For broader context, explore the South Africa national map or nearby states.
