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Skhira, Sfax Governorate, Tunisia – Tunisia Flag

Current Date And Time In Skhira, Tunisia

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
14:54:19 CET
Currency: Tunisian Dinar (TND)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CET)
Population: 11,944
District: Skhira

🗺 Map of Skhira, Sfax Governorate, Tunisia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Skhira, a city in Sfax Governorate, Tunisia, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Skhira — 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 Skhira.

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 Tunisia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Skhira, Sfax Governorate

📍 LATITUDE
34.299°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
10.07°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)34.2992° N10.07° E
Signed Decimal Degrees34.299210.07
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)34° 17' 57" N10° 4' 12" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)34° 17.952' N10° 4.1994' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Skhira Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:37 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:12 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 34m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:24 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Skhira’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,818 km
(2,373 mi) • Skhira is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
926 km
(575 mi) • Skhira is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
34.299° S, 169.93° W
The point exactly opposite Skhira through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Skhira, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,215 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 Skhira

📍 Location Details

CitySkhira
StateSfax Governorate (ولاية صفاقس)
CountryTunisia
ContinentAfrica
DistrictSkhira
Time Zone+01:00
Founded1968-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population11,944
Elevation33 m / 108 ft
GPS (DD)34.2992, 10.07

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Skhira

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Sfax Governorate
Parent Country: Tunisia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 11,944
🏆 State Rank: #10 of 16 most populous in Sfax Governorate
🏠 Share of Sfax Governorate Population: 1.143%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Skhira 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 Sfax Governorate.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
GhraibaSfax GovernorateNE25 km16 mi~25m🗺 View
MahiresSfax GovernorateNE47 km29 mi~47m🗺 View
Bir Ali Ben KhalifaSfax GovernorateN49 km30 mi~49m🗺 View
AgarebSfax GovernorateNE64 km40 mi~1h 4m🗺 View
Sidi AbidSfax GovernorateNE73 km45 mi~1h 13m🗺 View
Menzel ChakerSfax GovernorateN79 km49 mi~1h 19m🗺 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 Skhira to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sfax
80 km (50 mi)
NE of Skhira • ~1h 20m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tunis
280 km (174 mi)
N of Skhira • ~4h 40m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Sfax Governorate

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Sfax34.7406° N10.7603° E8 m0 km🗺 View Map
Sakiet ez Zit34.8019° N10.7636° E22 m7 km🗺 View Map
El Ain34.8° N10.7833° E15 m7 km🗺 View Map
Gremda34.7908° N10.7206° E35 m7 km🗺 View Map
Sakiet ed Daier34.7944° N10.8062° E12 m7 km🗺 View Map
Sidi Abid34.7° N10.695° E15 m7 km🗺 View Map
Dar el Haj Taïeb34.7844° N10.7439° E24 m5 km🗺 View Map
Mahires34.5275° N10.5008° E9 m34 km🗺 View Map
Kellabine34.7088° N11.2147° E3 m42 km🗺 View Map
Agareb34.7406° N10.5253° E83 m21 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Gabès Matmata International Airport
IATA: GAE
64 km (40 mi) from Skhira
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🌍 Skhira Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Skhira Matter

The exact GPS location of Skhira gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Sfax Governorate. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Sfax Governorate state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Skhira

The satellite view of Skhira 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 Tunisia map

🌎 Regional Position of Skhira in Sfax Governorate

Skhira sits within Sfax Governorate, Tunisia, 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 Skhira Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Skhira 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 Sfax Governorate. › Browse every city in Sfax Governorate

💻 Using Skhira Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Skhira 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 Tunisia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Skhira Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Skhira Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Skhira?

The GPS coordinates of Skhira are latitude 34.2992° and longitude 10.07°. In directional format: 34.2992° N, 10.07° E. These coordinates mark the center of Skhira in Sfax Governorate and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Skhira located?

Skhira is a city in Sfax Governorate, Tunisia, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Skhira. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Skhira?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Skhira sits at: Latitude 34° 17' 57" N and Longitude 10° 4' 12" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Skhira?

Skhira has a population of approximately 11,944 people. This is roughly 1.143% of Sfax Governorate's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Sfax Governorate.

🗺 How can I view Skhira on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Skhira is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 34.2992, 10.07 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Skhira in Sfax Governorate. For broader context, explore the Sfax Governorate state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Skhira?

The nearest airport to Skhira is Gabès Matmata International Airport (GAE), roughly 64 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Skhira from Sfax?

Skhira is approximately 80 km (50 mi) from Sfax, the capital of Sfax Governorate, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Sfax Governorate.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Skhira?

Skhira sits at an elevation of approximately 33 meters (108 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Sfax Governorate.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Skhira?

The closest cities to Skhira include Ghraiba, Mahires, Bir Ali Ben Khalifa. 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 Skhira today?

Today in Skhira, sunrise is at 05:37 AM and sunset is at 07:12 PM, giving a day length of 13h 34m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Skhira's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Skhira from the Equator?

Skhira is approximately 3,818 km (2,373 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 926 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 Skhira?

The antipodal point of Skhira — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,215 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 Skhira from Tunis, the capital of Tunisia?

Skhira is approximately 280 km (174 mi) N of Tunis, the national capital of Tunisia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.