Current Date And Time In Zanzibar North, Tanzania
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
11:42:46 EAT
Capital: Mkokotoni
Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 187,455
Area: 470.00 km²
State Code: ZN
Explore the interactive satellite map of Zanzibar North, 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 Zanzibar North — 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 Zanzibar North 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) | 5.9395° S | 39.2791° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -5.9395 | 39.2791 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 56' 22" S | 39° 16' 45" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 56.3706' S | 39° 16.7461' E |
| Population | 187,455 |
| Area (km²) | 470.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 181.47 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 217.59 /km² |
| Elevation | 67 m / 221 ft |
| Area Rank | #29 in Tanzania |
| Population Rank | #30 of 31 in Tanzania |
| GPS (DD) | -5.9395, 39.2791 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Zanzibar North 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zanzibar Urban/West | Tanzania | S | 32 km | 20 mi | ~24m | 🗺 View |
| Zanzibar Central/South | Tanzania | SE | 41 km | 25 mi | ~30m | 🗺 View |
| Pemba South | Tanzania | NE | 87 km | 54 mi | ~1h 5m | 🗺 View |
| Tanga | Tanzania | N | 98 km | 61 mi | ~1h 14m | 🗺 View |
| Dar es Salaam Region | Tanzania | S | 108 km | 67 mi | ~1h 21m | 🗺 View |
| Pemba North | Tanzania | NE | 115 km | 71 mi | ~1h 26m | 🗺 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 Zanzibar North, along with each city's aerial distance from Mkokotoni, Zanzibar North'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nungwi | -5.7265° S | 39.2987° E | 8 m | 17 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kijini | -5.85° S | 39.3167° E | 38 m | 7 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gamba | -5.9° S | 39.3° E | 41 m | 6 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mkokotoni | -5.8751° S | 39.2552° E | 5 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kiwengwa | -5.9896° S | 39.3768° E | 17 m | 19 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Zanzibar North 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 Zanzibar North on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Tanzania.
The satellite view of Zanzibar North 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
Zanzibar North 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 Zanzibar North 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 Zanzibar North 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 Zanzibar North are latitude -5.9395° and longitude 39.2791°. In directional format: 5.9395° S, 39.2791° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Zanzibar North in Tanzania and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Zanzibar North is a state or administrative region of Tanzania, located in Africa. Its capital city is Mkokotoni. View the exact position of Zanzibar North on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Zanzibar North is at: Latitude 5° 56' 22" S and Longitude 39° 16' 45" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Zanzibar North covers a total area of approximately 470.00 km² (181.47 mi²). This is roughly 0.05% of Tanzania's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Zanzibar North is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -5.9395, 39.2791 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Zanzibar North in Tanzania. For broader context, explore the Tanzania national map or nearby states.
Today in Zanzibar North, sunrise is at 06:24 AM and sunset is at 06:24 PM, giving a day length of 12h 0m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Zanzibar North's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Zanzibar North is approximately 661 km (411 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,349 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Zanzibar North — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, roughly 1,644 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.
Mkokotoni, the capital of Zanzibar North, is approximately 390 km (242 mi) W of Dodoma, the national capital of Tanzania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
