Current Date And Time In Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
15:41:40 CAT
Capital: Chinhoyi
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 1,690,000
Area: 57,441.00 km²
State Code: MW
Explore the interactive satellite map of Mashonaland West, a state or administrative region of Zimbabwe, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Mashonaland West — 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 Mashonaland West in Zimbabwe.
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 Zimbabwe operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 17.4851° S | 29.7889° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -17.4851 | 29.7889 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 17° 29' 6" S | 29° 47' 20" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 17° 29.1062' S | 29° 47.3355' E |
| Population | 1,690,000 |
| Area (km²) | 57,441.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 22,178.08 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 29.42 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,032 m / 3,387 ft |
| Area Rank | #2 in Zimbabwe |
| Population Rank | #4 of 10 in Zimbabwe |
| GPS (DD) | -17.4851, 29.7889 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mashonaland West 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 Zimbabwe.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harare | Zimbabwe | E | 139 km | 86 mi | ~1h 44m | 🗺 View |
| Mashonaland Central | Zimbabwe | NE | 159 km | 99 mi | ~1h 59m | 🗺 View |
| Midlands Province | Zimbabwe | S | 176 km | 109 mi | ~2h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Mashonaland East Province | Zimbabwe | SE | 198 km | 123 mi | ~2h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Matabeleland North | Zimbabwe | SW | 264 km | 164 mi | ~3h 18m | 🗺 View |
| Manicaland | Zimbabwe | SE | 298 km | 185 mi | ~3h 44m | 🗺 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 Mashonaland West, along with each city's aerial distance from Chinhoyi, Mashonaland West'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kadoma | -18.3333° S | 29.9153° E | 1,176 m | 112 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chinhoyi | -17.3667° S | 30.2° E | 1,153 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Norton | -17.8833° S | 30.7° E | 1,364 m | 78 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chegutu | -18.1302° S | 30.1407° E | 1,187 m | 85 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Karoi | -16.8099° S | 29.6925° E | 1,259 m | 82 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kariba | -16.5167° S | 28.8° E | 679 m | 176 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Harare Western Suburbs | -17.8415° S | 30.8767° E | 1,460 m | 89 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Banket | -17.3833° S | 30.4° E | 1,277 m | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mhangura | -16.8939° S | 30.1683° E | 1,182 m | 53 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chakari | -18.0629° S | 29.8925° E | 1,107 m | 84 km | 🗺 View Map |
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The precise GPS location of Mashonaland West is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Zimbabwe. 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 Mashonaland West on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Zimbabwe.
The satellite view of Mashonaland West 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 Zimbabwe national map
Mashonaland West occupies a distinct geographic zone within Zimbabwe 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 Mashonaland West 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 Zimbabwe. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Mashonaland West 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 Zimbabwe. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Mashonaland West are latitude -17.4851° and longitude 29.7889°. In directional format: 17.4851° S, 29.7889° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Mashonaland West in Zimbabwe and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Mashonaland West is a state or administrative region of Zimbabwe, located in Africa. Its capital city is Chinhoyi. View the exact position of Mashonaland West on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mashonaland West is at: Latitude 17° 29' 6" S and Longitude 29° 47' 20" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Mashonaland West covers a total area of approximately 57,441.00 km² (22,178.08 mi²). This is roughly 14.71% of Zimbabwe's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Mashonaland West is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -17.4851, 29.7889 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mashonaland West in Zimbabwe. For broader context, explore the Zimbabwe national map or nearby states.
Today in Mashonaland West, sunrise is at 06:11 AM and sunset is at 05:54 PM, giving a day length of 11h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mashonaland West's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Mashonaland West is approximately 1,946 km (1,209 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,163 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Mashonaland West — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Leilani Estates, United States, roughly 543 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.
Chinhoyi, the capital of Mashonaland West, is approximately 104 km (65 mi) SE of Harare, the national capital of Zimbabwe, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
