Current Date And Time In Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
14:04:41 GST
Capital: Sharjah
Currency: United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED)
Timezone: UTC +04:00 (GST)
Population: 1,800,000
Area: 2,590.00 km²
State Code: SH
Explore the interactive satellite map of Sharjah, a state or administrative region of United Arab Emirates, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sharjah — 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 Sharjah in United Arab Emirates.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United Arab Emirates operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 25.3562° N | 55.4272° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 25.3562 | 55.4272 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 25° 21' 22" N | 55° 25' 38" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 25° 21.3702' N | 55° 25.6327' E |
| State / Region | Sharjah (Émirat de Charjah) |
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Sharjah |
| State Code | SH |
| Time Zone | +04:00 |
| Districts | 9 |
| Population | 1,800,000 |
| Area (km²) | 2,590.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,000.00 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 167.76 /km² |
| Elevation | 11 m / 35 ft |
| Area Rank | #3 in United Arab Emirates |
| Population Rank | #3 of 7 in United Arab Emirates |
| GPS (DD) | 25.3562, 55.4272 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sharjah 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 United Arab Emirates.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ajman | United Arab Emirates | NE | 10 km | 6 mi | ~8m | 🗺 View |
| Dubai | United Arab Emirates | SW | 23 km | 14 mi | ~17m | 🗺 View |
| Umm Al Quwain | United Arab Emirates | NE | 25 km | 16 mi | ~19m | 🗺 View |
| Ras Al Khaimah | United Arab Emirates | NE | 74 km | 46 mi | ~55m | 🗺 View |
| Fujairah | United Arab Emirates | E | 95 km | 59 mi | ~1h 11m | 🗺 View |
| Abu Dhabi | United Arab Emirates | SW | 146 km | 91 mi | ~1h 49m | 🗺 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 Sharjah, along with each city's aerial distance from Sharjah, Sharjah'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharjah | 25.3342° N | 55.4122° E | 15 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Al Majaz | 25.3235° N | 55.3877° E | 10 m | 3 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Al Sajaah | 25.3153° N | 55.6321° E | 67 m | 22 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Khawr Fakkan | 25.3313° N | 56.342° E | 20 m | 93 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kalba | 25.0513° N | 56.3542° E | 15 m | 100 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Adh Dhayd | 25.2881° N | 55.8816° E | 114 m | 47 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Halwan | 25.3459° N | 55.4217° E | 16 m | 2 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Al Madam | 24.9736° N | 55.7778° E | 172 m | 54 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sha'biyyat Milе̄hah | 25.1352° N | 55.8843° E | 148 m | 52 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Al Ḩamriyah | 25.4782° N | 55.5338° E | 8 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Sharjah is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across United Arab Emirates. 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 Sharjah on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in United Arab Emirates.
The satellite view of Sharjah 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 United Arab Emirates national map
Sharjah occupies a distinct geographic zone within United Arab Emirates in the Asia 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 Sharjah 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 United Arab Emirates. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Sharjah 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 United Arab Emirates. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Sharjah are latitude 25.3562° and longitude 55.4272°. In directional format: 25.3562° N, 55.4272° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Sharjah in United Arab Emirates and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Sharjah is a state or administrative region of United Arab Emirates, located in Asia. Its capital city is Sharjah. View the exact position of Sharjah on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sharjah is at: Latitude 25° 21' 22" N and Longitude 55° 25' 38" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Sharjah covers a total area of approximately 2,590.00 km² (1,000.00 mi²). This is roughly 3.13% of United Arab Emirates's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Sharjah is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 25.3562, 55.4272 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sharjah in United Arab Emirates. For broader context, explore the United Arab Emirates national map or nearby states.
Today in Sharjah, sunrise is at 05:49 AM and sunset is at 06:57 PM, giving a day length of 13h 8m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sharjah's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Sharjah is approximately 2,823 km (1,754 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 5,576 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Sharjah — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, roughly 557 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.
