Current Date And Time In Shanxi, China
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
05:59:20 CST
Capital: Taiyuan
Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (CST)
Area: 156,000.00 km²
State Code: SX
Explore the interactive satellite map of Shanxi, a state or administrative region of China, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Shanxi — 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 Shanxi in China.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for China operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 37.8734° N | 112.5627° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 37.8734 | 112.5627 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 37° 52' 24" N | 112° 33' 46" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 37° 52.4058' N | 112° 33.7632' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Shanxi 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 China.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hebei | China | E | 168 km | 105 mi | ~2h 6m | 🗺 View |
| Inner Mongolia | China | N | 334 km | 208 mi | ~4h 11m | 🗺 View |
| Henan | China | S | 362 km | 225 mi | ~4h 31m | 🗺 View |
| Beijing | China | NE | 402 km | 250 mi | ~5h 2m | 🗺 View |
| Shandong | China | E | 417 km | 259 mi | ~5h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Tianjin | China | E | 425 km | 264 mi | ~5h 19m | 🗺 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 Shanxi, along with each city's aerial distance from Taiyuan, Shanxi'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taiyuan | 37.8694° N | 112.5603° E | 795 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lüliang | 37.5192° N | 111.1444° E | 959 m | 131 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Datong | 40.0936° N | 113.2914° E | 1,054 m | 255 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Jinzhong | 37.684° N | 112.7547° E | 821 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Changzhi | 36.1839° N | 113.1053° E | 937 m | 194 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Linfen | 36.0889° N | 111.5189° E | 451 m | 219 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yangquan | 37.8575° N | 113.5633° E | 722 m | 88 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Changzhi | 35.2089° N | 111.7386° E | 381 m | 305 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yuncheng | 35.0231° N | 110.9928° E | 361 m | 346 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Xinzhou | 38.4092° N | 112.7333° E | 794 m | 62 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Shanxi is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across China. 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 Shanxi on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in China.
The satellite view of Shanxi 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 China national map
Shanxi occupies a distinct geographic zone within China in the Asia 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 Shanxi 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 China. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Shanxi 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 China. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Shanxi are latitude 37.8734° and longitude 112.5627°. In directional format: 37.8734° N, 112.5627° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Shanxi in China and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Shanxi is a state or administrative region of China, located in Asia. Its capital city is Taiyuan. View the exact position of Shanxi on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Shanxi is at: Latitude 37° 52' 24" N and Longitude 112° 33' 46" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Shanxi covers a total area of approximately 156,000.00 km² (60,231.91 mi²). This is roughly 1.63% of China's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Shanxi is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 37.8734, 112.5627 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Shanxi in China. For broader context, explore the China national map or nearby states.
Today in Shanxi, sunrise is at 05:40 AM and sunset is at 07:29 PM, giving a day length of 13h 49m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Shanxi's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Shanxi is approximately 4,216 km (2,620 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,891 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Shanxi — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Veinticinco de Mayo, Argentina, roughly 27 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.
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