Current Date And Time In Kigoma, Tanzania
Wednesday, 29 July 2026
06:57:08 EAT
Capital: Kigoma
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 2,127,930
Area: 37,040.00 km²
State Code: KI
Explore the interactive satellite map of Kigoma, a state or administrative region of 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 Kigoma — 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 Kigoma in Tanzania.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 4.8806° S | 29.6301° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -4.8806 | 29.6301 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 4° 52' 50" S | 29° 37' 48" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 4° 52.8383' S | 29° 37.8065' E |
| Population | 2,127,930 |
| Area (km²) | 37,040.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 14,301.22 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 20.43 /km² |
| Elevation | 804 m / 2,639 ft |
| Area Rank | #10 in Tanzania |
| Population Rank | #7 of 31 in Tanzania |
| GPS (DD) | -4.8806, 29.6301 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kigoma 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 Tanzania.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katavi | Tanzania | SE | 245 km | 152 mi | ~3h 4m | 🗺 View |
| Tabora | Tanzania | E | 354 km | 220 mi | ~4h 25m | 🗺 View |
| Geita | Tanzania | NE | 364 km | 226 mi | ~4h 33m | 🗺 View |
| Rukwa | Tanzania | SE | 402 km | 250 mi | ~5h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Kagera | Tanzania | NE | 437 km | 272 mi | ~5h 28m | 🗺 View |
| Shinyanga | Tanzania | E | 442 km | 274 mi | ~5h 31m | 🗺 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 Kigoma, along with each city's aerial distance from Kigoma, Kigoma'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kasulu | -4.5767° S | 30.1025° E | 1,310 m | 62 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kigoma | -4.8769° S | 29.6267° E | 769 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nguruka | -5.1092° S | 31.0419° E | 1,081 m | 159 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kibondo | -3.5864° S | 30.7203° E | 1,505 m | 188 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kakonko | -3.2828° S | 30.9642° E | 1,245 m | 231 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Uvinza | -5.1036° S | 30.3911° E | 996 m | 88 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mwandiga | -4.83° S | 29.6581° E | 871 m | 6 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mabamba | -3.5983° S | 30.5019° E | 1,297 m | 172 km | 🗺 View Map |
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The precise GPS location of Kigoma is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Tanzania. 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 Kigoma on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Tanzania.
The satellite view of Kigoma 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 Tanzania national map
Kigoma occupies a distinct geographic zone within Tanzania 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 Kigoma 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 Tanzania. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Kigoma 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 Tanzania. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Kigoma are latitude -4.8806° and longitude 29.6301°. In directional format: 4.8806° S, 29.6301° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Kigoma in Tanzania and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Kigoma is a state or administrative region of Tanzania, located in Africa. Its capital city is Kigoma. View the exact position of Kigoma on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kigoma is at: Latitude 4° 52' 50" S and Longitude 29° 37' 48" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Kigoma covers a total area of approximately 37,040.00 km² (14,301.22 mi²). This is roughly 3.92% of Tanzania's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Kigoma is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -4.8806, 29.6301 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kigoma in Tanzania. For broader context, explore the Tanzania national map or nearby states.
Today in Kigoma, sunrise is at 07:09 AM and sunset is at 07:06 PM, giving a day length of 11h 56m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kigoma's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Kigoma is approximately 543 km (338 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,286 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Kigoma — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Banana Village, Kiribati, roughly 841 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.
Kigoma, the capital of Kigoma, is approximately 692 km (430 mi) E of Dodoma, the national capital of Tanzania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
