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Mafinga, Iringa, Tanzania – Tanzania Flag

Current Date And Time In Mafinga, Tanzania

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
21:59:35 EAT
State: Iringa
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 34,958
District: Iringa Rural District

🗺 Map of Mafinga, Iringa, Tanzania – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Mafinga, a city in Iringa, Tanzania, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Mafinga 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 Mafinga.

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 Tanzania operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Mafinga, Iringa

📍 LATITUDE
7.25°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
35.067°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)7.25° S35.0667° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-7.2535.0667
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)7° 15' 0" S35° 4' 0" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)7° 15' S35° 4.0002' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Mafinga Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:47 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:41 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 53m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:44 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Mafinga’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
807 km
(501 mi) • Mafinga is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,872 km
(2,406 mi) • Mafinga is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
7.25° N, 144.933° W
The point exactly opposite Mafinga through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Mafinga, you'd surface nearest to Banana Village, Kiribati, about 1,497 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 Mafinga

📍 Location Details

CityMafinga
StateIringa
CountryTanzania
ContinentAfrica
DistrictIringa Rural District
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population34,958
Elevation1,018 m / 3,340 ft
GPS (DD)-7.25, 35.0667

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Mafinga

Nearby Cities Found: 5 cities
Parent State: Iringa
Parent Country: Tanzania

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 34,958
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 7 most populous in Iringa
🏠 Share of Iringa Population: 3.714%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mafinga 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 Iringa.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
IzaziIringaE74 km46 mi~1h 14m🗺 View
IringaIringaSE90 km56 mi~1h 30m🗺 View
IlulaIringaSE117 km73 mi~1h 57m🗺 View
MafingaIringaS119 km74 mi~1h 59m🗺 View
MalangaliIringaS148 km92 mi~2h 28m🗺 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 Mafinga to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Iringa
90 km (56 mi)
SE of Mafinga • ~1h 30m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Dodoma
141 km (88 mi)
NE of Mafinga • ~2h 21m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Iringa

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Iringa-7.7667° S35.7° E1,625 m0 km🗺 View Map
Mafinga-8.3002° S35.2937° E1,766 m74 km🗺 View Map
Ilula-7.6766° S36.0366° E1,374 m38 km🗺 View Map
Izazi-7.2° S35.7333° E727 m63 km🗺 View Map
Makungu-8.7333° S35.2833° E1,251 m117 km🗺 View Map
Malangali-8.5667° S34.85° E1,388 m129 km🗺 View Map
Njombe-8.9148° S34.6857° E1,501 m170 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Dodoma Airport
IATA: DOD
142 km (88 mi) from Mafinga
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🌍 Mafinga Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Mafinga Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Mafinga

The satellite view of Mafinga 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 Tanzania map

🌎 Regional Position of Mafinga in Iringa

Mafinga sits within Iringa, Tanzania, 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 Mafinga Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Mafinga 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 Iringa. › Browse every city in Iringa

💻 Using Mafinga Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Mafinga 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 Tanzania. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Mafinga Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Mafinga Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Mafinga?

The GPS coordinates of Mafinga are latitude -7.25° and longitude 35.0667°. In directional format: 7.25° S, 35.0667° E. These coordinates mark the center of Mafinga in Iringa and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Mafinga located?

Mafinga is a city in Iringa, Tanzania, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Iringa Rural District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Mafinga?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mafinga sits at: Latitude 7° 15' 0" S and Longitude 35° 4' 0" 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 Mafinga?

Mafinga has a population of approximately 34,958 people. This is roughly 3.714% of Iringa's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Iringa.

🗺 How can I view Mafinga on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Mafinga is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -7.25, 35.0667 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mafinga in Iringa. For broader context, explore the Iringa state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Mafinga?

The nearest airport to Mafinga is Dodoma Airport (DOD), roughly 142 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Mafinga from Iringa?

Mafinga is approximately 90 km (56 mi) from Iringa, the capital of Iringa, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Iringa.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Mafinga?

Mafinga sits at an elevation of approximately 1,018 meters (3,340 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Iringa.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Mafinga?

The closest cities to Mafinga include Izazi, Iringa, Ilula. 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 Mafinga today?

Today in Mafinga, sunrise is at 06:47 AM and sunset is at 06:41 PM, giving a day length of 11h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mafinga's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Mafinga from the Equator?

Mafinga is approximately 807 km (501 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,872 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 Mafinga?

The antipodal point of Mafinga — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Banana Village, Kiribati, roughly 1,497 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 Mafinga from Dodoma, the capital of Tanzania?

Mafinga is approximately 141 km (88 mi) NE of Dodoma, the national capital of Tanzania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.