Current Date And Time In Vavau, Tonga
Thursday, 13 August 2026
02:58:21 TOT
Capital: Neiafu
Currency: Tongan Paanga (TOP)
Timezone: UTC +13:00 (TOT)
Population: 14,283
Area: 194.00 km²
State Code: VA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Vavau, a state or administrative region of Tonga, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Vavau — 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 Vavau in Tonga.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Tonga operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 18.6228° S | 173.9903° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -18.6228 | -173.9903 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 18° 37' 22" S | 173° 59' 25" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 18° 37.3654' S | 173° 59.4179' W |
| State / Region | Vavau (Vava’u) |
| Country | Tonga |
| Continent | Australia And Oceania |
| Capital | Neiafu |
| State Code | VA |
| Time Zone | +13:00 |
| Districts | 6 |
| Population | 14,283 |
| Area (km²) | 194.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 74.90 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 23.53 /km² |
| Elevation | 26 m / 86 ft |
| Area Rank | #2 in Tonga |
| Population Rank | #2 of 5 in Tonga |
| GPS (DD) | -18.6228, -173.9903 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Vavau 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 Tonga.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haapai | Tonga | S | 127 km | 79 mi | ~1h 35m | 🗺 View |
| Tongatapu | Tonga | SW | 310 km | 193 mi | ~3h 53m | 🗺 View |
| ʻEua | Tonga | S | 323 km | 200 mi | ~4h 2m | 🗺 View |
| Niuas | Tonga | NW | 378 km | 235 mi | ~4h 43m | 🗺 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 Vavau, along with each city's aerial distance from Neiafu, Vavau'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neiafu | -18.6514° S | -173.9835° W | 1 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Leimatu'a | -18.5996° S | -173.9812° W | 83 m | 6 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pelehake | -21.2128° S | -175.1433° W | 22 m | 310 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pangaimotu | -18.6855° S | -173.9974° W | 21 m | 4 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ta'anea | -18.6077° S | -173.9374° W | 12 m | 7 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Longomapu | -18.6446° S | -174.0579° W | 63 m | 8 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mataika | -18.6173° S | -173.9663° W | 61 m | 4 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tefisi | -18.6298° S | -174.0145° W | 94 m | 4 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Vavau is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Tonga. 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 Vavau on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Tonga.
The satellite view of Vavau 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 Tonga national map
Vavau occupies a distinct geographic zone within Tonga in the Australia And Oceania 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 Vavau 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 Tonga. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Vavau 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 Tonga. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Vavau are latitude -18.6228° and longitude -173.9903°. In directional format: 18.6228° S, 173.9903° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Vavau in Tonga and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Vavau is a state or administrative region of Tonga, located in Australia And Oceania. Its capital city is Neiafu. View the exact position of Vavau on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Vavau is at: Latitude 18° 37' 22" S and Longitude 173° 59' 25" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Vavau covers a total area of approximately 194.00 km² (74.90 mi²). This is roughly 25.94% of Tonga's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Vavau is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -18.6228, -173.9903 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Vavau in Tonga. For broader context, explore the Tonga national map or nearby states.
Today in Vavau, sunrise is at 06:56 AM and sunset is at 06:25 PM, giving a day length of 11h 28m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Vavau's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Vavau is approximately 2,073 km (1,288 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 18,354 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Vavau — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to In Guezzam, Algeria, roughly 109 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.