Current Date And Time In Funafuti, Tuvalu
Wednesday, 09 September 2026
10:10:47 TVT
Capital: Funafuti
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Timezone: UTC +12:00 (TVT)
Population: 4,492
State Code: FUN
Explore the interactive satellite map of Funafuti, a state or administrative region of Tuvalu, 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 Funafuti — 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 Funafuti in Tuvalu.
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 Tuvalu operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 8.5211° S | 179.1962° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -8.5211 | 179.1962 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 8° 31' 16" S | 179° 11' 46" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 8° 31.2688' S | 179° 11.7716' E |
| State / Region | Funafuti |
| Country | Tuvalu |
| Continent | Australia And Oceania |
| Capital | Funafuti |
| State Code | FUN |
| Time Zone | +12:00 |
| Population | 4,492 |
| Elevation | 4 m / 14 ft |
| Population Rank | #1 of 8 in Tuvalu |
| GPS (DD) | -8.5211, 179.1962 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Funafuti 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 Tuvalu.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nukufetau | Tuvalu | NW | 96 km | 60 mi | ~1h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Nukulaelae | Tuvalu | SE | 120 km | 74 mi | ~1h 30m | 🗺 View |
| Vaitupu | Tuvalu | NW | 130 km | 80 mi | ~1h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Nui | Tuvalu | NW | 267 km | 166 mi | ~3h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Niutao | Tuvalu | NW | 337 km | 210 mi | ~4h 13m | 🗺 View |
| Nanumanga | Tuvalu | NW | 403 km | 250 mi | ~5h 2m | 🗺 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 Funafuti, along with each city's aerial distance from Funafuti, Funafuti'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Funafuti | -8.5243° S | 179.1942° E | 7 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Senala Village | -8.5174° S | 179.1983° E | 8 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Alapi Village | -8.5207° S | 179.1968° E | 7 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Fakaifou Village | -8.5176° S | 179.2009° E | 8 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Teone Village | -8.4992° S | 179.195° E | 6 m | 3 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vaiaku Village | -8.5254° S | 179.1941° E | 7 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vaiaku | -8.5177° S | 179.2004° E | 7 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Funafuti is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Tuvalu. 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 Funafuti on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Tuvalu.
The satellite view of Funafuti 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 Tuvalu national map
Funafuti occupies a distinct geographic zone within Tuvalu 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 Funafuti 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 Tuvalu. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Funafuti 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 Tuvalu. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Funafuti are latitude -8.5211° and longitude 179.1962°. In directional format: 8.5211° S, 179.1962° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Funafuti in Tuvalu and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Funafuti is a state or administrative region of Tuvalu, located in Australia And Oceania. Its capital city is Funafuti. View the exact position of Funafuti on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Funafuti is at: Latitude 8° 31' 16" S and Longitude 179° 11' 46" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
The interactive satellite map of Funafuti is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -8.5211, 179.1962 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Funafuti in Tuvalu. For broader context, explore the Tuvalu national map or nearby states.
Today in Funafuti, sunrise is at 05:59 AM and sunset is at 06:01 PM, giving a day length of 12h 2m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Funafuti's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Funafuti is approximately 949 km (589 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 19,728 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Funafuti — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Salaga, Ghana, roughly 32 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.