Maiduguri, Nigeria — GPS Coordinates
11° 50' 48.9" N, 13° 9' 25.6" E
| Country | Nigeria |
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | 1,110,000 |
| Timezone | Africa/Lagos |
| UTC offset | UTC+1 |
Located in the northeastern region of Nigeria, Maiduguri is the capital of Borno State and is situated inland, approximately 100 kilometers from the shores of Lake Chad. The city lies at the coordinates 11.8469° N latitude and 13.1571° E longitude, making it a significant hub in the region, surrounded by arid landscapes and cultural diversity.
These coordinates can be utilized for various practical applications such as obtaining driving directions, sharing precise drop-pin locations, or geotagging photographs taken in the area. By entering the coordinates into mapping services, users can enhance their navigation experience and discover nearby points of interest.
Geographic Facts About Maiduguri
- Sunrise
- 05:57
- local time, 10 August
- Sunset
- 18:31
- local time, 10 August
- Day length
- 12h 34m
- 10 August
- UTC offset
- UTC+1
- Africa/Lagos
- Antipode
- -11.846920, -166.842880
- the point on the exact opposite side of the Earth
Sun times are computed from the coordinates for the date shown, in the city's local time, and are accurate to within a few minutes.
Maiduguri Coordinates in Every Format
The same location, expressed in each common coordinate notation. Tap any value to copy it.
- Decimal Degrees (DD) · most common
- 11.846920, 13.157120
- Degrees, Minutes, Seconds (DMS) · paper maps
- 11°50'48.9"N 13°9'25.6"E
- Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) · marine / aviation
- 11°50.815'N 13°9.427'E
- UTM · surveying / GIS
- 33N 299241E 1310289N
- Geohash · base32 index
- s6177kstr
- Plus Code · Open Location Code
- 7F3MR5W4+QR9
- Geo URI · geo: scheme
- geo:11.846920,13.157120
Distances from Maiduguri
| City | Distance | Miles | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bama | 68 km | 42 mi | ESE (122°) |
| Mubi | 176 km | 109 mi | S (176°) |
| Maroua, Cameroon | 188 km | 117 mi | SE (138°) |
| Kousséri, Cameroon | 205 km | 128 mi | E (83°) |
| N'Djamena, Chad | 207 km | 129 mi | E (82°) |
| Gashua | 257 km | 159 mi | WNW (297°) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the exact GPS coordinates of Maiduguri?
The precise GPS coordinates for Maiduguri are 11.8469° N latitude and 13.1571° E longitude. When reading these coordinates, remember that the first number indicates latitude (north or south of the equator), and the second number indicates longitude (east or west of the prime meridian).
What time zone is Maiduguri in and what is the UTC offset?
Maiduguri is in the Africa/Lagos time zone, which has a UTC offset of +1 hour. This means that the local time in Maiduguri is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
How can I use the coordinates of Maiduguri with a maps application?
To use the coordinates of Maiduguri in a maps application, simply enter '11.8469, 13.1571' into the search bar. This will direct you to the exact location on the map, allowing for easy navigation and exploration of the surrounding area.
City coordinates are sourced from the GeoNames gazetteer and expressed in the WGS84 datum. Read more about where this data comes from.