Current Date And Time In Western Region, Uganda
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
08:09:19 EAT
Capital: Mbarara City
Currency: Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 6,417,449
Area: 55,276.60 km²
State Code: W
Explore the interactive satellite map of Western Region, a state or administrative region of 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 Western Region — 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 Western Region in Uganda.
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) | 0.2581° N | 30.5279° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 0.2581 | 30.5279 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 0° 15' 29" N | 30° 31' 40" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 0° 15.4831' N | 30° 31.6746' E |
| State / Region | Western Region (서부주) |
| Country | Uganda |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Mbarara City |
| State Code | W |
| Time Zone | +03:00 |
| Districts | 31 |
| Population | 6,417,449 |
| Area (km²) | 55,276.60 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 21,342.41 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 48.48 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,243 m / 4,079 ft |
| Area Rank | #3 in Uganda |
| Population Rank | #2 of 4 in Uganda |
| GPS (DD) | 0.2581, 30.5279 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Western Region 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 Uganda.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Region | Uganda | E | 163 km | 101 mi | ~2h 2m | 🗺 View |
| Eastern Region | Uganda | E | 343 km | 213 mi | ~4h 17m | 🗺 View |
| Northern Region | Uganda | NE | 380 km | 236 mi | ~4h 45m | 🗺 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 Western Region, along with each city's aerial distance from Mbarara City, Western Region'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mbarara | -0.6047° S | 30.6485° E | 1,422 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Hoima | 1.4331° N | 31.3524° E | 1,131 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Ibanda | -0.134° S | 30.4962° E | 1,439 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Kasese | 0.1833° N | 30.0833° E | 989 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Masindi | 1.6744° N | 31.715° E | 1,140 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Rutoma | -0.5667° S | 30.3833° E | 1,466 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Bwizibwera | -0.5917° S | 30.6286° E | 1,415 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Nakivale Refugee Camp | -0.7406° S | 30.9963° E | 1,278 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Fort Portal | 0.6617° N | 30.2748° E | 1,518 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Mpondwe | 0.0401° N | 29.7248° E | 1,095 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Western Region is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Uganda. 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 Western Region on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Uganda.
The satellite view of Western Region 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 Uganda national map
Western Region occupies a distinct geographic zone within Uganda 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 Western Region 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 Uganda. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Western Region 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 Uganda. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Western Region are latitude 0.2581° and longitude 30.5279°. In directional format: 0.2581° N, 30.5279° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Western Region in Uganda and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Western Region is a state or administrative region of Uganda, located in Africa. Its capital city is Mbarara City. View the exact position of Western Region on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Western Region is at: Latitude 0° 15' 29" N and Longitude 30° 31' 40" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Western Region covers a total area of approximately 55,276.60 km² (21,342.41 mi²). This is roughly 23.42% of Uganda's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Western Region is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 0.2581, 30.5279 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Western Region in Uganda. For broader context, explore the Uganda national map or nearby states.
Today in Western Region, sunrise is at 06:55 AM and sunset is at 07:04 PM, giving a day length of 12h 9m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Western Region's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Western Region is approximately 29 km (18 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,398 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Western Region — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Banana Village, Kiribati, roughly 912 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.
