Current Date And Time In Runavík, Faroe Islands
Thursday, 13 August 2026
17:48:14 WEST
State: Eysturoy
Currency: Faroese Krona ()
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (WEST)
Population: 591
District: Runavík
Explore the interactive satellite map of Runavík, a city in Eysturoy, Faroe Islands, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Runavík — 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 Runavík.
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 Faroe Islands operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 62.1089° N | 6.7212° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 62.1089 | -6.7212 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 62° 6' 32" N | 6° 43' 16" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 62° 6.5352' N | 6° 43.2738' W |
| City | Runavík |
| State | Eysturoy |
| Country | Faroe Islands |
| Continent | Europe |
| District | Runavík |
| Time Zone | +00:00 |
| Founded | 1916-01-01 |
| Population | 591 |
| Elevation | 101 m / 331 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 62.1089, -6.7212 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Runavík 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 Eysturoy.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saltangará | Eysturoy | N | 1 km | 1 mi | ~1m | 🗺 View |
| Strendur | Eysturoy | W | 2 km | 1 mi | ~2m | 🗺 View |
| Við Sjógv | Eysturoy | NW | 2 km | 1 mi | ~2m | 🗺 View |
| Toftir | Eysturoy | S | 2 km | 1 mi | ~2m | 🗺 View |
| Skáli | Eysturoy | NW | 6 km | 4 mi | ~6m | 🗺 View |
| Norðragøta | Eysturoy | N | 10 km | 6 mi | ~10m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Eysturoy, the home state of Runavík, along with each city's aerial distance from the state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuglafjørður | 62.244° N | -6.814° W | 30 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Við Sjógv | 62.1197° N | -6.7501° W | - | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Saltangará | 62.1165° N | -6.718° W | 101 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Leirvík | 62.2099° N | -6.6928° W | 55 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Strendur | 62.1073° N | -6.7572° W | - | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Toftir | 62.0928° N | -6.7348° W | 49 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Skáli | 62.1554° N | -6.7794° W | 117 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Norðragøta | 62.2007° N | -6.7419° W | 134 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Eiði | 62.2993° N | -7.0925° W | - | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Eystur | 62.2091° N | -6.7525° W | 291 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
Vágar Airport IATA: FAE 29 km (18 mi) from Runavík |
| 🗺️ Map of other cities |
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| 🗺 Map of Eystur |
| 🗺 Map of Leirvík |
| 🗺 Map of Fuglafjørður |
| 🗺 Map of Eiði |
The exact GPS location of Runavík gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Eysturoy. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Eysturoy state-level map data
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 Runavík are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Runavík 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 Faroe Islands map
Runavík sits within Eysturoy, Faroe Islands, in the Europe 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Runavík 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 Eysturoy. › Browse every city in Eysturoy
Coordinates for Runavík 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 Faroe Islands. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Runavík are latitude 62.1089° and longitude -6.7212°. In directional format: 62.1089° N, 6.7212° W. These coordinates mark the center of Runavík in Eysturoy and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Runavík is a city in Eysturoy, Faroe Islands, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Runavík. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Runavík sits at: Latitude 62° 6' 32" N and Longitude 6° 43' 16" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Runavík has a population of approximately 591 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Eysturoy.
The interactive satellite map of Runavík is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 62.1089, -6.7212 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Runavík in Eysturoy. For broader context, explore the Eysturoy state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Runavík is Vágar Airport (FAE), roughly 29 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Runavík sits at an elevation of approximately 101 meters (331 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Eysturoy.
The closest cities to Runavík include Saltangará, Strendur, Við Sjógv. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Runavík, sunrise is at 05:22 AM and sunset is at 09:40 PM, giving a day length of 16h 17m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Runavík's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Runavík is approximately 6,914 km (4,296 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 350 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Runavík — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, roughly 1,746 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.
Runavík is approximately 11 km (7 mi) S of Torshavn, the national capital of Faroe Islands, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.