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Lapua, Central Ostrobothnia, Finland – Finland Flag

Current Date And Time In Lapua, Finland

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
18:44:03 EEST
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)

🗺 Map of Lapua, Central Ostrobothnia, Finland – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Lapua, a city in Central Ostrobothnia, Finland, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Lapua — 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 Lapua.

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 Finland operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Lapua, Central Ostrobothnia

📍 LATITUDE
62.972°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
23.002°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)62.972° N23.0024° E
Signed Decimal Degrees62.97223.0024
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)62° 58' 19" N23° 0' 9" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)62° 58.3183' N23° 0.1418' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Lapua Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:15 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:50 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
16h 35m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:33 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Lapua’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
7,010 km
(4,356 mi) • Lapua is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,164 km
(723 mi) • Lapua is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
62.972° S, 156.998° W
The point exactly opposite Lapua through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Lapua, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 2,457 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 Lapua

📍 Location Details

CityLapua
StateCentral Ostrobothnia (Mellersta Österbotten)
CountryFinland
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation30 m / 98 ft
GPS (DD)62.972, 23.0024

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Lapua

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Central Ostrobothnia
Parent Country: Finland

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Lapua 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 Central Ostrobothnia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
HyllykallioCentral OstrobothniaS20 km13 mi~20m🗺 View
SeinajokiCentral OstrobothniaS23 km14 mi~23m🗺 View
IlmajokiCentral OstrobothniaSW34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
KurikkaCentral OstrobothniaSW50 km31 mi~50m🗺 View
VeteliCentral OstrobothniaNE69 km43 mi~1h 9m🗺 View
KauhajokiCentral OstrobothniaSW73 km45 mi~1h 13m🗺 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 Lapua to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Kokkola
97 km (60 mi)
N of Lapua • ~1h 37m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Helsinki
328 km (204 mi)
S of Lapua • ~5h 28m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Central Ostrobothnia

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Central Ostrobothnia, the home state of Lapua, along with each city's aerial distance from Kokkola, Central Ostrobothnia's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kokkola63.8385° N23.1307° E9 m0 km🗺 View Map
Kannus63.9° N23.9° E62 m38 km🗺 View Map
Kälviä63.8607° N23.4529° E27 m16 km🗺 View Map
Kaustinen63.5488° N23.6885° E66 m42 km🗺 View Map
Lohtaja64.0247° N23.5048° E13 m28 km🗺 View Map
Veteli63.4784° N23.7829° E89 m51 km🗺 View Map
Toholampi63.7667° N24.25° E94 m56 km🗺 View Map
Perho63.2167° N24.4167° E174 m94 km🗺 View Map
Ullava63.6° N24.0833° E124 m54 km🗺 View Map
Halsua63.4667° N24.1667° E131 m66 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Vaasa Airport
IATA: VAA
63 km (39 mi) from Lapua
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🌍 Lapua Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Lapua Matter

The exact GPS location of Lapua gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Central Ostrobothnia. 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 Central Ostrobothnia state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Lapua

The satellite view of Lapua 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 Finland map

🌎 Regional Position of Lapua in Central Ostrobothnia

Lapua sits within Central Ostrobothnia, Finland, 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Lapua Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Lapua 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 Central Ostrobothnia. › Browse every city in Central Ostrobothnia

💻 Using Lapua Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Lapua 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 Finland. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Lapua Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Lapua Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Lapua?

The GPS coordinates of Lapua are latitude 62.972° and longitude 23.0024°. In directional format: 62.972° N, 23.0024° E. These coordinates mark the center of Lapua in Central Ostrobothnia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Lapua located?

Lapua is a city in Central Ostrobothnia, Finland, on the continent of Europe. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Lapua?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Lapua sits at: Latitude 62° 58' 19" N and Longitude 23° 0' 9" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Lapua on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Lapua is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 62.972, 23.0024 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Lapua in Central Ostrobothnia. For broader context, explore the Central Ostrobothnia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Lapua?

The nearest airport to Lapua is Vaasa Airport (VAA), roughly 63 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Lapua from Kokkola?

Lapua is approximately 97 km (60 mi) from Kokkola, the capital of Central Ostrobothnia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Central Ostrobothnia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Lapua?

Lapua sits at an elevation of approximately 30 meters (98 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Central Ostrobothnia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Lapua?

The closest cities to Lapua include Hyllykallio, Seinajoki, Ilmajoki. 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 Lapua today?

Today in Lapua, sunrise is at 05:15 AM and sunset is at 09:50 PM, giving a day length of 16h 35m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Lapua's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Lapua from the Equator?

Lapua is approximately 7,010 km (4,356 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,164 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 Lapua?

The antipodal point of Lapua — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 2,457 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 Lapua from Helsinki, the capital of Finland?

Lapua is approximately 328 km (204 mi) S of Helsinki, the national capital of Finland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.