Current Date And Time In Gjirokastër County, Albania
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
22:55:12 CEST
Capital: Gjirokastër
Currency: Albanian Lek (ALL)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 60,013
Area: 2,884.00 km²
State Code: GC
Explore the interactive satellite map of Gjirokastër County, a state or administrative region of Albania, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Gjirokastër County — 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 Gjirokastër County in Albania.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Albania operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 40.084° N | 20.1445° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 40.084 | 20.1445 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 40° 5' 3" N | 20° 8' 40" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 40° 5.0422' N | 20° 8.6687' E |
| State / Region | Gjirokastër County (Qarku i Gjirokastrës) |
| Country | Albania |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Gjirokastër |
| State Code | GC |
| Time Zone | +01:00 |
| Districts | 7 |
| Population | 60,013 |
| Area (km²) | 2,884.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,113.52 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 7.84 /km² |
| Elevation | 191 m / 628 ft |
| Area Rank | #3 in Albania |
| Population Rank | #12 of 12 in Albania |
| GPS (DD) | 40.084, 20.1445 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gjirokastër County 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 Albania.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vlorë County | Albania | W | 30 km | 18 mi | ~22m | 🗺 View |
| Berat County | Albania | N | 68 km | 43 mi | ~51m | 🗺 View |
| Korçë County | Albania | NE | 69 km | 43 mi | ~52m | 🗺 View |
| Fier County | Albania | NW | 101 km | 63 mi | ~1h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Elbasan County | Albania | N | 116 km | 72 mi | ~1h 27m | 🗺 View |
| Tirana | Albania | N | 141 km | 88 mi | ~1h 46m | 🗺 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 Gjirokastër County, along with each city's aerial distance from Gjirokastër, Gjirokastër County'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gjirokastër | 40.0758° N | 20.1389° E | 286 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tepelenë | 40.2958° N | 20.0192° E | 212 m | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Përmet | 40.2336° N | 20.3517° E | 244 m | 25 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Memaliaj | 40.3517° N | 19.9803° E | 115 m | 33 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Këlcyrë | 40.3131° N | 20.1894° E | 205 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Libohovë | 40.0311° N | 20.2631° E | 406 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gjinkar | 40.1994° N | 20.4061° E | 311 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ballaban | 40.4167° N | 20.1344° E | 322 m | 38 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Buz | 40.445° N | 20.0047° E | 747 m | 43 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Çarshovë | 40.1181° N | 20.5408° E | 328 m | 35 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Gjirokastër County is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Albania. 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 Gjirokastër County on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Albania.
The satellite view of Gjirokastër County 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 Albania national map
Gjirokastër County occupies a distinct geographic zone within Albania in the Europe 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 Gjirokastër County 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 Albania. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Gjirokastër County 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 Albania. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Gjirokastër County are latitude 40.084° and longitude 20.1445°. In directional format: 40.084° N, 20.1445° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Gjirokastër County in Albania and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Gjirokastër County is a state or administrative region of Albania, located in Europe. Its capital city is Gjirokastër. View the exact position of Gjirokastër County on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Gjirokastër County is at: Latitude 40° 5' 3" N and Longitude 20° 8' 40" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Gjirokastër County covers a total area of approximately 2,884.00 km² (1,113.52 mi²). This is roughly 10.03% of Albania's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Gjirokastër County is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.084, 20.1445 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Gjirokastër County in Albania. For broader context, explore the Albania national map or nearby states.
Today in Gjirokastër County, sunrise is at 05:46 AM and sunset is at 07:42 PM, giving a day length of 13h 55m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Gjirokastër County's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Gjirokastër County is approximately 4,462 km (2,773 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,716 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Gjirokastër County — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,442 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.
