Current Date And Time In Rukungiri, Uganda
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
12:28:20 EAT
State: Western Region
Currency: Ugandan Shilling (UGX)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 37,200
District: Rukungiri District
Explore the interactive satellite map of Rukungiri, a city in Western 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 Rukungiri β 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 Rukungiri.
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) | 0.8411° S | 29.9419° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -0.8411 | 29.9419 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 0° 50' 28" S | 29° 56' 31" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 0° 50.4666' S | 29° 56.5164' E |
| City | Rukungiri |
| State | Western Region (μλΆμ£Ό) |
| Country | Uganda |
| Continent | Africa |
| District | Rukungiri District |
| Time Zone | +03:00 |
| Population | 37,200 |
| Elevation | 1,575 m / 5,168 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -0.8411, 29.9419 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rukungiri 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 Western Region.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kebisoni | Western Region | SE | 14 km | 9 mi | ~14m | 🗺 View |
| Nyamunuka | Western Region | E | 17 km | 10 mi | ~17m | 🗺 View |
| Kanungu | Western Region | SW | 21 km | 13 mi | ~21m | 🗺 View |
| Mitoma | Western Region | NE | 23 km | 14 mi | ~23m | 🗺 View |
| Kihihi | Western Region | W | 29 km | 18 mi | ~29m | 🗺 View |
| Ntungamo | Western Region | W | 33 km | 20 mi | ~33m | 🗺 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 Western Region, the home state of Rukungiri, along with each city's aerial distance from Mbarara City, Western 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Savannah Airstrip IATA: KHX 30 km (19 mi) from Rukungiri |
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The exact GPS location of Rukungiri gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Western 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 β DD, DMS and DDM β are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Western 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 Rukungiri are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Rukungiri 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
Rukungiri sits within Western 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 Rukungiri 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 Western Region. › Browse every city in Western Region
Coordinates for Rukungiri 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 Rukungiri are latitude -0.8411° and longitude 29.9419°. In directional format: 0.8411° S, 29.9419° E. These coordinates mark the center of Rukungiri in Western Region and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Rukungiri is a city in Western Region, Uganda, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Rukungiri District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rukungiri sits at: Latitude 0° 50' 28" S and Longitude 29° 56' 31" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Rukungiri has a population of approximately 37,200 people. This is roughly 0.580% of Western Region's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Western Region.
The interactive satellite map of Rukungiri is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -0.8411, 29.9419 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rukungiri in Western Region. For broader context, explore the Western Region state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Rukungiri is Savannah Airstrip (KHX), roughly 30 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Rukungiri sits at an elevation of approximately 1,575 meters (5,168 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Western Region.
The closest cities to Rukungiri include Kebisoni, Nyamunuka, Kanungu. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Rukungiri, sunrise is at 06:58 AM and sunset is at 07:05 PM, giving a day length of 12h 7m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rukungiri's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Rukungiri is approximately 94 km (58 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,333 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Rukungiri — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Banana Village, Kiribati, roughly 822 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.
Rukungiri is approximately 321 km (199 mi) NE of Kampala, the national capital of Uganda, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
