Current Date And Time In Northern Province, Sri Lanka
Tuesday, 04 August 2026
10:08:35 SLST
Capital: Jaffna
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (SLST)
Population: 1,092,000
Area: 8,884.00 km²
State Code: 4
Explore the interactive satellite map of Northern Province, a state or administrative region of Sri Lanka, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Northern Province — 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 Province in Sri Lanka.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Sri Lanka operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 8.8855° N | 80.2767° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 8.8855 | 80.2767 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 8° 53' 8" N | 80° 16' 36" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 8° 53.1302' N | 80° 16.604' E |
| Population | 1,092,000 |
| Area (km²) | 8,884.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 3,430.13 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 122.93 /km² |
| Elevation | 63 m / 208 ft |
| Area Rank | #3 in Sri Lanka |
| Population Rank | #9 of 9 in Sri Lanka |
| GPS (DD) | 8.8855, 80.2767 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Northern Province 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 Sri Lanka.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Central Province | Sri Lanka | SE | 86 km | 53 mi | ~1h 4m | 🗺 View |
| North Western Province | Sri Lanka | S | 126 km | 78 mi | ~1h 34m | 🗺 View |
| Eastern Province | Sri Lanka | SE | 176 km | 109 mi | ~2h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Central Province | Sri Lanka | S | 188 km | 117 mi | ~2h 21m | 🗺 View |
| Western Province | Sri Lanka | S | 223 km | 138 mi | ~2h 47m | 🗺 View |
| Sabaragamuwa Province | Sri Lanka | S | 239 km | 148 mi | ~2h 59m | 🗺 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 Northern Province, along with each city's aerial distance from Jaffna, Northern Province'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaffna | 9.6685° N | 80.0074° E | 7 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Point Pedro | 9.8167° N | 80.2333° E | 12 m | 30 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Valvedditturai | 9.8167° N | 80.1667° E | 10 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vavuniya | 8.7514° N | 80.4971° E | 104 m | 115 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mannar | 8.9895° N | 79.8784° E | 9 m | 77 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mullaittivu | 9.268° N | 80.815° E | 8 m | 99 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kilinochchi | 9.3961° N | 80.3982° E | 24 m | 52 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Keppapularu | 9.2754° N | 80.7553° E | 20 m | 93 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Northern Province is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Sri Lanka. 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 Province on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Sri Lanka.
The satellite view of Northern Province 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 Sri Lanka national map
Northern Province occupies a distinct geographic zone within Sri Lanka in the Asia 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 Province 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 Sri Lanka. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Northern Province 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 Sri Lanka. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Northern Province are latitude 8.8855° and longitude 80.2767°. In directional format: 8.8855° N, 80.2767° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Northern Province in Sri Lanka and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Northern Province is a state or administrative region of Sri Lanka, located in Asia. Its capital city is Jaffna. View the exact position of Northern Province on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Northern Province is at: Latitude 8° 53' 8" N and Longitude 80° 16' 36" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Northern Province covers a total area of approximately 8,884.00 km² (3,430.13 mi²). This is roughly 13.54% of Sri Lanka's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Northern Province is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.8855, 80.2767 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Northern Province in Sri Lanka. For broader context, explore the Sri Lanka national map or nearby states.
Today in Northern Province, sunrise is at 05:59 AM and sunset is at 06:30 PM, giving a day length of 12h 31m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Northern Province's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Northern Province is approximately 989 km (615 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,829 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Northern Province — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,310 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.