Current Date And Time In Solwezi, Zambia
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
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Explore the interactive satellite map of Solwezi, a city in North-Western, Zambia, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Solwezi — 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 Solwezi.
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 Zambia operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 12.1688° S | 26.3894° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -12.1688 | 26.3894 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 12° 10' 8" S | 26° 23' 22" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 12° 10.128' S | 26° 23.3628' E |
| City | Solwezi |
| State | North-Western |
| Country | Zambia |
| Continent | Africa |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Population | 301,370 |
| Elevation | 1,381 m / 4,531 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -12.1688, 26.3894 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Solwezi 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 North-Western.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansanshi | North-Western | NE | 9 km | 6 mi | ~9m | 🗺 View |
| Manyama | North-Western | W | 61 km | 38 mi | ~1h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Chisasa | North-Western | W | 97 km | 60 mi | ~1h 37m | 🗺 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 North-Western, the home state of Solwezi, along with each city's aerial distance from Solwezi, North-Western'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansanshi | -12.0951° S | 26.4273° E | 1,429 m | 9 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kasempa | -13.4584° S | 25.8338° E | 1,235 m | 156 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Manyama | -12.3148° S | 25.8486° E | 1,420 m | 61 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Zambezi | -13.5432° S | 23.1047° E | 1,079 m | 387 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mufumbwe | -13.137° S | 25.0065° E | 1,180 m | 185 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mwinilunga | -11.7358° S | 24.4293° E | 1,364 m | 219 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Manyinga | -13.4165° S | 24.3353° E | 1,085 m | 262 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chavuma | -13.0667° S | 22.6833° E | 1,101 m | 414 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chisasa | -12.1093° S | 25.4961° E | 1,359 m | 97 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kabompo | -13.5927° S | 24.2008° E | 1,113 m | 285 km | 🗺 View Map |
Lubumbashi International Airport IATA: FBM 140 km (87 mi) from Solwezi |
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The exact GPS location of Solwezi gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside North-Western. 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 North-Western 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 Solwezi are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Solwezi 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 Zambia map
Solwezi sits within North-Western, Zambia, 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 Solwezi 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 North-Western. › Browse every city in North-Western
Coordinates for Solwezi 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 Zambia. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Solwezi are latitude -12.1688° and longitude 26.3894°. In directional format: 12.1688° S, 26.3894° E. These coordinates mark the center of Solwezi in North-Western and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Solwezi is a city in North-Western, Zambia, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Solwezi sits at: Latitude 12° 10' 8" S and Longitude 26° 23' 22" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Solwezi has a population of approximately 301,370 people. This is roughly 30.878% of North-Western's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in North-Western.
The interactive satellite map of Solwezi is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -12.1688, 26.3894 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Solwezi in North-Western. For broader context, explore the North-Western state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Solwezi is Lubumbashi International Airport (FBM), roughly 140 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Solwezi sits at an elevation of approximately 1,381 meters (4,531 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for North-Western.
The closest cities to Solwezi include Kansanshi, Manyama, Chisasa. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Solwezi, sunrise is at 06:28 AM and sunset is at 06:11 PM, giving a day length of 11h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Solwezi's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Solwezi is approximately 1,355 km (842 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 2,872 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Solwezi — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Discovery Harbor, United States, roughly 795 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.
