Current Date And Time In Kira, Uganda
Thursday, 13 August 2026
00:00:34 EAT
State: Central Region
Currency: Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 462,900
District: Wakiso District
Explore the interactive satellite map of Kira, a city in Central Region, Uganda, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Kira — 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 Kira.
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 Uganda operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 0.4° N | 32.6333° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 0.4 | 32.6333 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 0° 24' 0" N | 32° 37' 60" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 0° 24' N | 32° 37.9998' E |
| City | Kira |
| State | Central Region |
| Country | Uganda |
| Continent | Africa |
| District | Wakiso District |
| Time Zone | +03:00 |
| Population | 462,900 |
| Area (km²) | 98.83 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 38.16 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 4,683.80 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,168 m / 3,832 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 0.4, 32.6333 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kira 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 Central Region.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kasangati | Central Region | NW | 5 km | 3 mi | ~5m | 🗺 View |
| Bweyogerere | Central Region | SE | 6 km | 4 mi | ~6m | 🗺 View |
| Kireka | Central Region | S | 6 km | 4 mi | ~6m | 🗺 View |
| Jinja-Kawempe | Central Region | W | 9 km | 6 mi | ~9m | 🗺 View |
| Kampala Central Division | Central Region | SW | 11 km | 7 mi | ~11m | 🗺 View |
| Kampala | Central Region | SW | 11 km | 7 mi | ~11m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Central Region, the home state of Kira, along with each city's aerial distance from Kampala, Central Region's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kampala | 0.3163° N | 32.5822° E | 1,223 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nansana | 0.3639° N | 32.5286° E | 1,218 m | 8 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bunamwaya | 0.2534° N | 32.5572° E | 1,203 m | 8 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kyengera | 0.2952° N | 32.5016° E | 1,176 m | 9 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kasangati | 0.438° N | 32.6025° E | 1,182 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mukono | 0.3533° N | 32.7553° E | 1,188 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Njeru | 0.4417° N | 33.1792° E | 1,152 m | 68 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Katabi | 0.0841° N | 32.4697° E | 1,160 m | 29 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kajansi | 0.2155° N | 32.5345° E | 1,145 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lugazi | 0.3679° N | 32.9376° E | 1,208 m | 40 km | 🗺 View Map |
Entebbe International Airport IATA: EBB 45 km (28 mi) from Kira |
The exact GPS location of Kira gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Central Region. 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 Central Region state-level map data
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 Kira are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Kira 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 Uganda map
Kira sits within Central Region, Uganda, 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kira 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 Central Region. › Browse every city in Central Region
Coordinates for Kira 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 Uganda. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Kira are latitude 0.4° and longitude 32.6333°. In directional format: 0.4° N, 32.6333° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kira in Central Region and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Kira is a city in Central Region, Uganda, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Wakiso District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kira sits at: Latitude 0° 24' 0" N and Longitude 32° 37' 60" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Kira has a population of approximately 462,900 people. This is roughly 6.926% of Central Region's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Central Region.
The interactive satellite map of Kira is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 0.4, 32.6333 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kira in Central Region. For broader context, explore the Central Region state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Kira is Entebbe International Airport (EBB), roughly 45 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Kira is approximately 11 km (7 mi) from Kampala, the capital of Central Region, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Central Region.
Kira sits at an elevation of approximately 1,168 meters (3,832 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Central Region.
The closest cities to Kira include Kasangati, Bweyogerere, Kireka. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Kira, sunrise is at 06:49 AM and sunset is at 06:59 PM, giving a day length of 12h 9m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kira's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Kira is approximately 45 km (28 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,633 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Kira — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Banana Village, Kiribati, roughly 1,143 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.
Kira is approximately 11 km (7 mi) SW of Kampala, the national capital of Uganda, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
