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Lawai, Hawaii, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Lawai, United States

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
08:44:56 PDT
State: Hawaii
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 2,363
District: Kauai County

🗺 Map of Lawai, Hawaii, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Lawai, a city in Hawaii, United States, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Lawai — 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 Lawai.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United States operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Lawai, Hawaii

📍 LATITUDE
21.922°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
159.504°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)21.9216° N159.5038° W
Signed Decimal Degrees21.9216-159.5038
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)21° 55' 18" N159° 30' 14" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)21° 55.2954' N159° 30.2256' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Lawai Today

🔥 SUNRISE
09:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
10:12 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 58m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
03:42 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Lawai’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Lawai’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,440 km
(1,516 mi) • Lawai is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
16,472 km
(10,235 mi) • Lawai is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
21.922° S, 20.496° E
The point exactly opposite Lawai through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Lawai, you'd surface nearest to Karakobis, Botswana, about 23 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Lawai

📍 Location Details

CityLawai
StateHawaii (Mokuʻāina o Hawaiʻi)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictKauai County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,363
Area (km²)10.75 km²
Area (mi²)4.15 mi²
Pop. Density219.81 /km²
Elevation162 m / 532 ft
GPS (DD)21.9216, -159.5038

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Lawai

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Hawaii
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,363
🏆 State Rank: #171 of 237 most populous in Hawaii
🏠 Share of Hawaii Population: 0.163%
📏 Built-Up Area: 10.75 km²
👥 Population Density: 220 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Lawai 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 Hawaii.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
‘Ōma‘oHawaiiE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
KalaheoHawaiiW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
Omao-KukuiulaHawaiiSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Kaumakani-HanapepeHawaiiW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
KoloaHawaiiSE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Koloa-PoipuHawaiiSE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 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.

🚗 Distance from Lawai to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Honolulu
183 km (114 mi)
E of Lawai • ~3h 3m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
6,797 km (4,223 mi)
NE of Lawai • ~113h 17m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Hawaii

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Hawaii, the home state of Lawai, along with each city's aerial distance from Honolulu, Hawaii's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Honolulu21.3069° N-157.8583° W5 m0 km🗺 View Map
East Honolulu21.2891° N-157.7173° W7 m15 km🗺 View Map
Pearl City21.3973° N-157.9752° W27 m16 km🗺 View Map
Makakilo / Kapolei / Honokai Hale21.3374° N-158.0968° W36 m25 km🗺 View Map
Kalihi-Palama21.3261° N-157.8759° W19 m3 km🗺 View Map
Hilo19.7299° N-155.0907° W18 m337 km🗺 View Map
Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam21.3491° N-157.9471° W12 m10 km🗺 View Map
Aliamanu / Salt Lakes / Foster Village21.3602° N-157.9184° W31 m9 km🗺 View Map
Kailua21.4024° N-157.7405° W10 m16 km🗺 View Map
Waipahu21.3867° N-158.0092° W19 m18 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Lihue Airport
IATA: LIH
18 km (11 mi) from Lawai
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🌍 Lawai Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Lawai Matter

The exact GPS location of Lawai gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Hawaii. 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 Hawaii state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Lawai Mapping

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 Lawai are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Lawai

The satellite view of Lawai 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 United States map

🌎 Regional Position of Lawai in Hawaii

Lawai sits within Hawaii, United States, in the North America 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Lawai Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Lawai 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 Hawaii. › Browse every city in Hawaii

💻 Using Lawai Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Lawai 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 United States. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Lawai Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Lawai directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Lawai. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Hawaii CitiesAccess the full city directory for Hawaii ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Lawai Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Lawai?

The GPS coordinates of Lawai are latitude 21.9216° and longitude -159.5038°. In directional format: 21.9216° N, 159.5038° W. These coordinates mark the center of Lawai in Hawaii and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Lawai located?

Lawai is a city in Hawaii, United States, on the continent of North America. It falls within Kauai County. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Lawai?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Lawai sits at: Latitude 21° 55' 18" N and Longitude 159° 30' 14" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Lawai?

Lawai has a population of approximately 2,363 people. This is roughly 0.163% of Hawaii's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Hawaii.

🗺 How can I view Lawai on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Lawai is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 21.9216, -159.5038 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Lawai in Hawaii. For broader context, explore the Hawaii state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Lawai?

The nearest airport to Lawai is Lihue Airport (LIH), roughly 18 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Lawai from Honolulu?

Lawai is approximately 183 km (114 mi) from Honolulu, the capital of Hawaii, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Hawaii.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Lawai?

Lawai sits at an elevation of approximately 162 meters (532 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Hawaii.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Lawai?

The closest cities to Lawai include ‘Ōma‘o, Kalaheo, Omao-Kukuiula. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Lawai today?

Today in Lawai, sunrise is at 09:13 AM and sunset is at 10:12 PM, giving a day length of 12h 58m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Lawai's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Lawai from the Equator?

Lawai is approximately 2,440 km (1,516 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 16,472 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Lawai?

The antipodal point of Lawai — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Karakobis, Botswana, roughly 23 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.

🚗 How far is Lawai from Washington, the capital of United States?

Lawai is approximately 6,797 km (4,223 mi) NE of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.