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Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia, Canada – Canada Flag

Current Date And Time In Shawnigan Lake, Canada

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
06:10:35 EDT
Currency: Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (EDT)
Population: 3,908
District: Cowichan Valley Regional District

🗺 Map of Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia, Canada – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Shawnigan Lake, a city in British Columbia, Canada, 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 Shawnigan Lake β€” 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 Shawnigan Lake.

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 Canada operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia

📍 LATITUDE
48.651°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
123.645°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)48.6506° N123.6449° W
Signed Decimal Degrees48.6506-123.6449
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)48° 39' 2" N123° 38' 42" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)48° 39.033' N123° 38.6964' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Shawnigan Lake Today

🔥 SUNRISE
09:02 AM
🌅 SUNSET
11:36 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 33m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
04:19 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Shawnigan Lake’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,416 km
(3,365 mi) • Shawnigan Lake is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,093 km
(5,650 mi) • Shawnigan Lake is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
48.651° S, 56.355° E
The point exactly opposite Shawnigan Lake through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Shawnigan Lake, you'd surface nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, about 1,013 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 Shawnigan Lake

📍 Location Details

CityShawnigan Lake
StateBritish Columbia (Colombie-Britannique)
CountryCanada
ContinentNorth America
DistrictCowichan Valley Regional District
Time Zone-08:00 to -03:30

📈 Area & Population

Population3,908
Elevation150 m / 492 ft
GPS (DD)48.6506, -123.6449

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Shawnigan Lake

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: British Columbia
Parent Country: Canada

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 3,908
🏆 State Rank: #288 of 546 most populous in British Columbia
🏠 Share of British Columbia Population: 0.070%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Shawnigan Lake 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 British Columbia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Mill BayBritish ColumbiaE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Cherry PointBritish ColumbiaNE9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
Cowichan BayBritish ColumbiaN9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
ArdmoreBritish ColumbiaE13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
KoksilahBritish ColumbiaN13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
Deep CoveBritish ColumbiaE14 km8 mi~14m🗺 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 Shawnigan Lake to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Victoria
32 km (20 mi)
SE of Shawnigan Lake • ~32m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Ottawa
3,592 km (2,232 mi)
E of Shawnigan Lake • ~59h 52m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in British Columbia

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Vancouver49.2497° N-123.1193° W70 m92 km🗺 View Map
Surrey49.1064° N-122.8251° W82 m84 km🗺 View Map
Victoria48.4359° N-123.3516° W18 m0 km🗺 View Map
Burnaby49.2664° N-122.9526° W87 m97 km🗺 View Map
Richmond49.17° N-123.1368° W9 m83 km🗺 View Map
Newton49.1333° N-122.85° W78 m86 km🗺 View Map
Coquitlam49.2846° N-122.7822° W39 m103 km🗺 View Map
Kelowna49.8831° N-119.4857° W350 m324 km🗺 View Map
Abbotsford49.058° N-122.2526° W114 m106 km🗺 View Map
Langley49.1011° N-122.6588° W13 m90 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Victoria International Airport
IATA: YYJ
16 km (10 mi) from Shawnigan Lake
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🌍 Shawnigan Lake Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Shawnigan Lake Matter

The exact GPS location of Shawnigan Lake gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside British Columbia. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare British Columbia state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Shawnigan Lake 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 Shawnigan Lake are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Shawnigan Lake

The satellite view of Shawnigan Lake 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 Canada map

🌎 Regional Position of Shawnigan Lake in British Columbia

Shawnigan Lake sits within British Columbia, Canada, 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 Shawnigan Lake Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Shawnigan Lake 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 British Columbia. › Browse every city in British Columbia

💻 Using Shawnigan Lake Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Shawnigan Lake 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 Canada. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Shawnigan Lake Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Shawnigan Lake 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 Shawnigan Lake. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare British Columbia CitiesAccess the full city directory for British Columbia ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Shawnigan Lake Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Shawnigan Lake?

The GPS coordinates of Shawnigan Lake are latitude 48.6506° and longitude -123.6449°. In directional format: 48.6506° N, 123.6449° W. These coordinates mark the center of Shawnigan Lake in British Columbia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Shawnigan Lake located?

Shawnigan Lake is a city in British Columbia, Canada, on the continent of North America. It falls within Cowichan Valley Regional District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Shawnigan Lake?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Shawnigan Lake sits at: Latitude 48° 39' 2" N and Longitude 123° 38' 42" 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 Shawnigan Lake?

Shawnigan Lake has a population of approximately 3,908 people. This is roughly 0.070% of British Columbia's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in British Columbia.

🗺 How can I view Shawnigan Lake on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Shawnigan Lake is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 48.6506, -123.6449 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Shawnigan Lake in British Columbia. For broader context, explore the British Columbia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Shawnigan Lake?

The nearest airport to Shawnigan Lake is Victoria International Airport (YYJ), roughly 16 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Shawnigan Lake from Victoria?

Shawnigan Lake is approximately 32 km (20 mi) from Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in British Columbia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Shawnigan Lake?

Shawnigan Lake sits at an elevation of approximately 150 meters (492 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for British Columbia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Shawnigan Lake?

The closest cities to Shawnigan Lake include Mill Bay, Cherry Point, Cowichan Bay. 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 Shawnigan Lake today?

Today in Shawnigan Lake, sunrise is at 09:02 AM and sunset is at 11:36 PM, giving a day length of 14h 33m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Shawnigan Lake's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Shawnigan Lake from the Equator?

Shawnigan Lake is approximately 5,416 km (3,365 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,093 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 Shawnigan Lake?

The antipodal point of Shawnigan Lake — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, roughly 1,013 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 Shawnigan Lake from Ottawa, the capital of Canada?

Shawnigan Lake is approximately 3,592 km (2,232 mi) E of Ottawa, the national capital of Canada, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.