Current Date And Time In Songwe, Tanzania
Monday, 27 July 2026
09:17:00 EAT
Capital: Vwawa
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 1,173,667
Area: 27,656.00 km²
State Code: SO
Explore the interactive satellite map of Songwe, 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 Songwe — 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 Songwe 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) | 8.5238° S | 32.5373° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -8.5238 | 32.5373 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 8° 31' 26" S | 32° 32' 14" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 8° 31.4293' S | 32° 32.2364' E |
| Population | 1,173,667 |
| Area (km²) | 27,656.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 10,678.04 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 21.14 /km² |
| Elevation | 897 m / 2,943 ft |
| Area Rank | #14 in Tanzania |
| Population Rank | #19 of 31 in Tanzania |
| GPS (DD) | -8.5238, 32.5373 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Songwe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mbeya | Tanzania | SE | 110 km | 68 mi | ~1h 23m | 🗺 View |
| Rukwa | Tanzania | NW | 133 km | 83 mi | ~1h 40m | 🗺 View |
| Njombe | Tanzania | E | 266 km | 165 mi | ~3h 19m | 🗺 View |
| Katavi | Tanzania | NW | 278 km | 173 mi | ~3h 28m | 🗺 View |
| Iringa | Tanzania | E | 357 km | 222 mi | ~4h 27m | 🗺 View |
| Tabora | Tanzania | N | 388 km | 241 mi | ~4h 51m | 🗺 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 Songwe, along with each city's aerial distance from Vwawa, Songwe'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunduma | -9.3° S | 32.7667° E | 1,698 m | 28 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vwawa | -9.1081° S | 32.9347° E | 1,577 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mlowo | -9° S | 32.9833° E | 1,591 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Itumba | -9.4° S | 33.1833° E | 1,372 m | 42 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Songwe 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 Songwe on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Tanzania.
The satellite view of Songwe 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
Songwe 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 Songwe 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 Songwe 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 Songwe are latitude -8.5238° and longitude 32.5373°. In directional format: 8.5238° S, 32.5373° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Songwe in Tanzania and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Songwe is a state or administrative region of Tanzania, located in Africa. Its capital city is Vwawa. View the exact position of Songwe on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Songwe is at: Latitude 8° 31' 26" S and Longitude 32° 32' 14" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Songwe covers a total area of approximately 27,656.00 km² (10,678.04 mi²). This is roughly 2.93% of Tanzania's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Songwe is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -8.5238, 32.5373 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Songwe in Tanzania. For broader context, explore the Tanzania national map or nearby states.
Today in Songwe, sunrise is at 07:03 AM and sunset is at 06:49 PM, giving a day length of 11h 45m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Songwe's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Songwe is approximately 949 km (590 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,582 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Songwe — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Banana Village, Kiribati, roughly 1,315 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.
Vwawa, the capital of Songwe, is approximately 450 km (279 mi) NE of Dodoma, the national capital of Tanzania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
