Current Date And Time In Western Bahr al Ghazal, South Sudan
Sunday, 28 June 2026
09:46:31 EAT
Capital: Wau
Currency: South Sudanese Pound (SSP)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 441,000
Area: 91,079.95 km²
State Code: BW
Explore the interactive satellite map of Western Bahr al Ghazal, a state or administrative region of South Sudan, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Western Bahr al Ghazal — 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 Western Bahr al Ghazal in South Sudan.
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 Sudan operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 8.6452° N | 25.2838° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 8.6452 | 25.2838 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 8° 38' 43" N | 25° 17' 2" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 8° 38.7144' N | 25° 17.0255' E |
| State / Region | Western Bahr al Ghazal |
| Country | South Sudan |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Wau |
| State Code | BW |
| Time Zone | +03:00 |
| Population | 441,000 |
| Area (km²) | 91,079.95 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 35,166.15 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 4.70 /km² |
| Elevation | 627 m / 2,057 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 8.6452, 25.2838 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Western Bahr al Ghazal 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 Sudan.
| State | Country | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Bahr al Ghazal | South Sudan | 167 km | 104 mi | ~2h 5m | 🗺 View |
| Warrap | South Sudan | 374 km | 233 mi | ~4h 41m | 🗺 View |
| Western Equatoria | South Sudan | 495 km | 308 mi | ~6h 11m | 🗺 View |
| Unity | South Sudan | 496 km | 308 mi | ~6h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Lakes | South Sudan | 565 km | 351 mi | ~7h 3m | 🗺 View |
| Jonglei | South Sudan | 796 km | 494 mi | ~9h 57m | 🗺 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 Western Bahr al Ghazal. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wau | 127,384 | 7.7011° N | 27.9897° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Kafia Kingi | 16,000 | 9.2735° N | 24.417° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Raja | 3,700 | 8.4675° N | 25.6783° E | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Western Bahr al Ghazal is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across South Sudan. 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 Western Bahr al Ghazal on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in South Sudan.
The satellite view of Western Bahr al Ghazal 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 Sudan national map
Western Bahr al Ghazal occupies a distinct geographic zone within South Sudan 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 Western Bahr al Ghazal 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 Sudan. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Western Bahr al Ghazal 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 Sudan. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Western Bahr al Ghazal are latitude 8.6452° and longitude 25.2838°. In directional format: 8.6452° N, 25.2838° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Western Bahr al Ghazal in South Sudan and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Western Bahr al Ghazal is a state or administrative region of South Sudan, located in Africa. Its capital city is Wau. View the exact position of Western Bahr al Ghazal on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Western Bahr al Ghazal is at: Latitude 8° 38' 43" N and Longitude 25° 17' 2" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Western Bahr al Ghazal covers a total area of approximately 91,079.95 km² (35,166.15 mi²). This is roughly 14.14% of South Sudan's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Western Bahr al Ghazal is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.6452, 25.2838 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Western Bahr al Ghazal in South Sudan. For broader context, explore the South Sudan national map or nearby states.
