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Current Date And Time In Maswa, Tanzania

Wednesday, 26 August 2026
16:44:22 EAT
State: Shinyanga
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)

🗺 Map of Maswa, Shinyanga, Tanzania – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Maswa, a city in Shinyanga, 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 Maswa 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 Maswa.

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 Maswa, Shinyanga

📍 LATITUDE
3.241°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
33.975°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)3.241° S33.975° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-3.24133.975
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)3° 14' 27" S33° 58' 30" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)3° 14.4578' S33° 58.5001' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Maswa Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:43 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:48 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 4m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:45 PM
Calculated for today (26 Aug 2026) from Maswa’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
361 km
(224 mi) • Maswa is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,776 km
(2,346 mi) • Maswa is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
3.241° N, 146.025° W
The point exactly opposite Maswa through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Maswa, you'd surface nearest to Banana Village, Kiribati, about 1,267 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 Maswa

📍 Location Details

CityMaswa
StateShinyanga
CountryTanzania
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation1,333 m / 4,374 ft
GPS (DD)-3.241, 33.975

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Maswa

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Shinyanga
Parent Country: Tanzania

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Maswa 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 Shinyanga.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KishapuShinyangaS43 km27 mi~43m🗺 View
MwaduiShinyangaSW54 km34 mi~54m🗺 View
SongwaShinyangaSW59 km37 mi~59m🗺 View
Old ShinyangaShinyangaSW72 km45 mi~1h 12m🗺 View
ShinyangaShinyangaSW77 km48 mi~1h 17m🗺 View
TindeShinyangaSW112 km69 mi~1h 52m🗺 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 Maswa to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Shinyanga
77 km (48 mi)
SW of Maswa • ~1h 17m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Dodoma
380 km (236 mi)
SE of Maswa • ~6h 20m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Shinyanga

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kahama-3.8333° S32.6° E1,249 m93 km🗺 View Map
Shinyanga-3.6639° S33.4212° E1,133 m0 km🗺 View Map
Old Shinyanga-3.55° S33.4° E1,177 m13 km🗺 View Map
Songwa-3.5167° S33.5167° E1,149 m20 km🗺 View Map
Mwadui-3.55° S33.6° E1,215 m24 km🗺 View Map
Tinde-3.8833° S33.2° E1,154 m35 km🗺 View Map
Mhango-3.2833° S32.85° E1,217 m76 km🗺 View Map
Isaka-3.9° S32.9333° E1,201 m60 km🗺 View Map
Kishapu-3.6167° S33.8667° E1,169 m50 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Mwanza International Airport
IATA: MWZ
145 km (90 mi) from Maswa
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🌍 Maswa Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Maswa Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Maswa

The satellite view of Maswa 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 Maswa in Shinyanga

Maswa sits within Shinyanga, 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 Maswa Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Maswa 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 Shinyanga. › Browse every city in Shinyanga

💻 Using Maswa Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Maswa 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 Maswa Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Maswa Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Maswa?

The GPS coordinates of Maswa are latitude -3.241° and longitude 33.975°. In directional format: 3.241° S, 33.975° E. These coordinates mark the center of Maswa in Shinyanga and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Maswa located?

Maswa is a city in Shinyanga, Tanzania, 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 Maswa?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Maswa sits at: Latitude 3° 14' 27" S and Longitude 33° 58' 30" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Maswa on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Maswa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -3.241, 33.975 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Maswa in Shinyanga. For broader context, explore the Shinyanga state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Maswa?

The nearest airport to Maswa is Mwanza International Airport (MWZ), roughly 145 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Maswa from Shinyanga?

Maswa is approximately 77 km (48 mi) from Shinyanga, the capital of Shinyanga, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Shinyanga.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Maswa?

Maswa sits at an elevation of approximately 1,333 meters (4,374 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Shinyanga.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Maswa?

The closest cities to Maswa include Kishapu, Mwadui, Songwa. 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 Maswa today?

Today in Maswa, sunrise is at 06:43 AM and sunset is at 06:48 PM, giving a day length of 12h 4m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Maswa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Maswa from the Equator?

Maswa is approximately 361 km (224 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,776 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 Maswa?

The antipodal point of Maswa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Banana Village, Kiribati, roughly 1,267 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 Maswa from Dodoma, the capital of Tanzania?

Maswa is approximately 380 km (236 mi) SE of Dodoma, the national capital of Tanzania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.