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Merowe, Northern State, Sudan – Sudan Flag

Current Date And Time In Merowe, Sudan

Thursday, 13 August 2026
04:43:50 CAT
Currency: Sudanese Pound (SDG)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 10,234

🗺 Map of Merowe, Northern State, Sudan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Merowe, a city in Northern State, 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 Merowe 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 Merowe.

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 Sudan operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Merowe, Northern State

📍 LATITUDE
18.47°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
31.811°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)18.4704° N31.8113° E
Signed Decimal Degrees18.470431.8113
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)18° 28' 13" N31° 48' 41" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)18° 28.2216' N31° 48.6756' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Merowe Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:32 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:22 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 49m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:57 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Merowe’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,056 km
(1,278 mi) • Merowe is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,359 km
(2,087 mi) • Merowe is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
18.47° S, 148.189° W
The point exactly opposite Merowe through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Merowe, you'd surface nearest to Tautira, French Polynesia, about 130 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 Merowe

📍 Location Details

CityMerowe
StateNorthern State
CountrySudan
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population10,234
Elevation255 m / 837 ft
GPS (DD)18.4704, 31.8113

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Merowe

Nearby Cities Found: 2 cities
Parent State: Northern State
Parent Country: Sudan
Neighboring Cities:

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 10,234
🏆 State Rank: #5 of 7 most populous in Northern State

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Merowe 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 Northern State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KuraymahNorthern StateNE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
Ad DabbahNorthern StateSW102 km64 mi~1h 42m🗺 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 Merowe to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Dongola
161 km (100 mi)
NW of Merowe • ~2h 41m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Khartoum
333 km (207 mi)
S of Merowe • ~5h 33m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Northern State

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Northern State, the home state of Merowe, along with each city's aerial distance from Dongola, Northern State's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Dongola19.1816° N30.4769° E226 m0 km🗺 View Map
Kuraymah18.55° N31.85° E255 m161 km🗺 View Map
Wadi Halfa21.7958° N31.3713° E184 m305 km🗺 View Map
Ad Dabbah18.05° N30.95° E242 m135 km🗺 View Map
Argo19.5167° N30.4167° E224 m38 km🗺 View Map
Karmah an Nuzul19.6333° N30.4167° E224 m51 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Dongola Airport
IATA: DOG
164 km (102 mi) from Merowe
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🌍 Merowe Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Merowe Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Merowe

The satellite view of Merowe 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 Sudan map

🌎 Regional Position of Merowe in Northern State

Merowe sits within Northern State, Sudan, 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 Merowe Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Merowe 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 Northern State. › Browse every city in Northern State

💻 Using Merowe Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Merowe 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 Sudan. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Merowe Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Merowe Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Merowe?

The GPS coordinates of Merowe are latitude 18.4704° and longitude 31.8113°. In directional format: 18.4704° N, 31.8113° E. These coordinates mark the center of Merowe in Northern State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Merowe located?

Merowe is a city in Northern State, Sudan, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Merowe?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Merowe sits at: Latitude 18° 28' 13" N and Longitude 31° 48' 41" 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 Merowe?

Merowe has a population of approximately 10,234 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Northern State.

🗺 How can I view Merowe on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Merowe is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 18.4704, 31.8113 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Merowe in Northern State. For broader context, explore the Northern State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Merowe?

The nearest airport to Merowe is Dongola Airport (DOG), roughly 164 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Merowe from Dongola?

Merowe is approximately 161 km (100 mi) from Dongola, the capital of Northern State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Northern State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Merowe?

Merowe sits at an elevation of approximately 255 meters (837 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Northern State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Merowe?

The closest cities to Merowe include Kuraymah, Ad Dabbah. 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 Merowe today?

Today in Merowe, sunrise is at 05:32 AM and sunset is at 06:22 PM, giving a day length of 12h 49m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Merowe's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Merowe from the Equator?

Merowe is approximately 2,056 km (1,278 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,359 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 Merowe?

The antipodal point of Merowe — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tautira, French Polynesia, roughly 130 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 Merowe from Khartoum, the capital of Sudan?

Merowe is approximately 333 km (207 mi) S of Khartoum, the national capital of Sudan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.