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Falkland Islands national flag - official symbol of South America

Current Date And Time In Falkland Islands

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
04:18:42 FKST
Capital: Stanley
Currency: Falkland Islands pound (FKP)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (FKST)
Population: 3,459

🗺️ Map of Falkland Islands - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of Falkland Islands featuring satellite imagery, geographic coordinates, regional boundaries and location intelligence. This comprehensive mapping tool provides accurate GPS positioning, territorial visualization and spatial data essential for business professionals, logistics planners, market researchers and location-based strategic decision-making.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time satellite views • Accurate latitude/longitude coordinates • Regional state mapping • Proximity analysis • Business location intelligence • Logistics route planning • Market territory insights • Mobile-responsive interface • Strategic geographic data for regional proximity analysis and territorial divisions research

🌐 Geographic Coordinates of Falkland Islands

📍 LATITUDE
51.796°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
59.524°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)51.7963° S59.5236° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-51.7963-59.5236
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)51° 47' 47" S59° 31' 25" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)51° 47.7752' S59° 31.4168' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Falkland Islands Today

🔥 SUNRISE
08:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:52 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
9h 38m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:03 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Falkland Islands’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Falkland Islands’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,766 km
(3,583 mi) • Falkland Islands's center is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,098 km
(2,546 mi) • Falkland Islands's center is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
51.796° N, 120.476° E
The point exactly opposite Falkland Islands's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Falkland Islands, you'd surface nearest to Qiqian, China, about 47 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 Falkland Islands

📍 Location Details

CountryFalkland Islands
ContinentSouth America
CapitalStanley
Country CodeFLK
Time Zone-03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population3,459
Area (km²)12,173.00 km²
Area (mi²)4,700.02 mi²
Pop. Density0.28 /km²

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: Island nation - No land borders
Geographic Status: 🌊 Coastal Nation

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 12,173 km² (4,700 mi²)
🟢 Land: 12,173 km² (4,700 mi²) - 100.0%
🌍 World Share: 0.008% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #164 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #237 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #14 of 14 in South America
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🗺️ Complete Guide to Falkland Islands Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding Falkland Islands Geography

The interactive map of Falkland Islands provides real-time satellite imagery combined with accurate geographic coordinates, enabling precise location intelligence for business professionals and strategic planners. This comprehensive mapping solution integrates territorial boundaries, regional divisions and GPS positioning data essential for logistics optimization, market territory analysis and location-based decision-making.

Geographic coordinates displayed include latitude and longitude values measured in decimal degrees, providing the exact center point of Falkland Islands's territory. These coordinates serve as critical reference data for GPS navigation systems, geographic information systems (GIS), spatial database management and location-based service development.

🎯 Business Applications of Falkland Islands Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across Falkland Islands
  • Market Territory Analysis: Define sales regions, analyze market coverage and identify expansion opportunities
  • Site Selection: Evaluate potential business locations using geographic intelligence and proximity data
  • Supply Chain Management: Track shipments, monitor transportation corridors and analyze delivery zones
  • Competitive Intelligence: Map competitor locations, analyze geographic market share and identify underserved areas
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate geographic risk factors including natural hazards, political boundaries and infrastructure accessibility

🌐 Geographic Data & Coordinate Systems

The latitude and longitude coordinates presented on the Falkland Islands map utilize the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) standard, ensuring compatibility with GPS devices, mapping software and international mapping platforms. Coordinates are displayed in decimal degrees format for precision and universal compatibility.

📊 Geographic Data Specifications:

  • Coordinate System: WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984)
  • Format: Decimal Degrees (DD)
  • Precision: Up to 6 decimal places for meter-level accuracy
  • Hemisphere Indicators: N/S for latitude, E/W for longitude
  • Map Projection: Mercator projection for web mapping

💡 Strategic Location Intelligence

  • Regional Proximity: Analyze neighboring countries for cross-border business opportunities and trade corridors
  • State/Province Mapping: Understand internal territorial divisions for regional market strategies
  • Distance Calculations: Measure aerial distances between locations for logistics cost estimation
  • Timezone Alignment: Coordinate operations across regions considering time differences
  • Infrastructure Mapping: Identify major cities, transportation hubs and communication networks
  • Market Density Analysis: Visualize population centers and economic activity zones

💡 Pro Tip: Use the interactive map's zoom and pan features to explore specific regions of Falkland Islands. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our Falkland Islands Mapping Solution

  • State/Region Access: Navigate to internal territorial divisions instantly
  • Free Geographic Data: No registration or payment required
  • Professional Tool: Ideal for business logistics, market research and strategic planning
  • Cross-Referenced Data: Links to population, timezone and national symbols data
  • API Integration Ready: Coordinates compatible with all major mapping platforms

Frequently Asked Questions About Falkland Islands Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of Falkland Islands?

The geographic center of Falkland Islands is located at approximately 51.796° S (Latitude) and 59.524° W (Longitude). These coordinates use the WGS84 datum and provide the central reference point for geographic information systems and GPS navigation.

🗺️ How can I use Falkland Islands map data for business?

Business professionals use Falkland Islands mapping data for logistics optimization, market territory analysis, site selection, supply chain management and competitive intelligence. The geographic coordinates enable precise location tracking, while the interactive map helps visualize regional markets, transportation corridors and strategic business locations across Falkland Islands.

🌍 Which countries border Falkland Islands?

You can explore countries near Falkland Islands by clicking on our Nearby Countries section. The sidebar also displays Map Of Other Countries showing neighboring nations within close geographic proximity, perfect for analyzing regional trade opportunities and cross-border business strategies.

📊 Can I see states and regions within Falkland Islands?

Yes! Visit our Falkland Islands States & Regions page to explore internal territorial divisions including provinces, states and administrative regions. This data is essential for regional market segmentation, territory management and localized business strategies within Falkland Islands.

⏰ What timezone is Falkland Islands in?

Falkland Islands operates in UTC-03:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our Falkland Islands Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the Falkland Islands map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our Falkland Islands interactive map is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures perfect viewing on all screen sizes with touch-friendly controls for zoom, pan and navigation. Access critical geographic intelligence on-the-go for field operations, sales territory management and location-based decision-making.

🔍 What other geographic data is available for Falkland Islands?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for Falkland Islands including population statistics, land area measurements, GDP/economic indicators, currency exchange rates, timezone offsets, national symbols, capital city information, ISO country codes, dialing codes, internet domains and neighboring country analysis. Visit the Falkland Islands main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of Falkland Islands show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes Falkland Islands's key location facts in one place — continent, capital, country code and time zone, alongside population, total area in km² and mi², population density and elevation. It's a quick-reference snapshot for researchers, students and business users who need core geographic data without digging through multiple pages.

📍 Where can I find GPS coordinates for states and cities in Falkland Islands?

Scroll down to the GPS Coordinates of Major States and GPS Coordinates of Major Cities tables on this page. Both list the largest states/provinces and cities in Falkland Islands ranked by population, with precise latitude/longitude values and direct links to each location's own satellite map — useful for routing, GIS integration and location intelligence work.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Falkland Islands today?

Today, measured from Falkland Islands's geographic center, sunrise is at 08:13 AM and sunset is at 05:52 PM, giving a day length of 9h 38m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above. Note that a large country may span several time zones or sunrise/sunset times depending on the region.

📍 How far is Falkland Islands from the Equator?

Falkland Islands's geographic center is approximately 5,766 km (3,583 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere, and about 4,098 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 Falkland Islands?

The antipodal point of Falkland Islands's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Qiqian, China, roughly 47 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.