Current Date And Time In South Karelia, Finland
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
11:36:25 EEST
Capital: Lappeenranta
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 130,000
Area: 6,872.13 km²
State Code: 09
Explore the interactive satellite map of South Karelia, a state or administrative region of 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 South Karelia — 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 South Karelia in Finland.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 61.2033° N | 28.6226° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 61.2033 | 28.6226 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 61° 12' 12" N | 28° 37' 21" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 61° 12.2009' N | 28° 37.3568' E |
| State / Region | South Karelia (Södra Karelen) |
| Country | Finland |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Lappeenranta |
| State Code | 09 |
| Time Zone | +02:00 |
| Districts | 9 |
| Population | 130,000 |
| Area (km²) | 6,872.13 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 2,653.34 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 23.16 /km² |
| Elevation | 76 m / 249 ft |
| Area Rank | #16 in Finland |
| Population Rank | #15 of 17 in Finland |
| GPS (DD) | 61.2033, 28.6226 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from South Karelia 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 Finland.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Savo | Finland | NW | 70 km | 43 mi | ~52m | 🗺 View |
| Kanta-Häme | Finland | SW | 100 km | 62 mi | ~1h 15m | 🗺 View |
| Paijat-Hame | Finland | W | 149 km | 93 mi | ~1h 52m | 🗺 View |
| Uusimaa | Finland | W | 155 km | 96 mi | ~1h 56m | 🗺 View |
| North Karelia | Finland | NE | 195 km | 121 mi | ~2h 27m | 🗺 View |
| Kymenlaakso | Finland | N | 199 km | 124 mi | ~2h 29m | 🗺 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 South Karelia, along with each city's aerial distance from Lappeenranta, South Karelia'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lappeenranta | 61.0587° N | 28.1887° E | 104 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Imatra | 61.1719° N | 28.7524° E | 68 m | 33 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Joutseno | 61.118° N | 28.5076° E | 80 m | 18 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Skinnarila | 61.0637° N | 28.1006° E | 68 m | 5 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ruokolahti | 61.2833° N | 28.8333° E | 68 m | 43 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Taipalsaari | 61.15° N | 28.05° E | 68 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Luumäki | 60.9262° N | 27.5814° E | 105 m | 36 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rautjärvi | 61.4346° N | 29.3715° E | 92 m | 76 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Parikkala | 61.55° N | 29.5° E | 100 m | 89 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Savitaipale | 61.2° N | 27.7° E | 96 m | 31 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of South Karelia is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Finland. 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 South Karelia on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Finland.
The satellite view of South Karelia 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 Finland national map
South Karelia occupies a distinct geographic zone within Finland in the Europe 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 South Karelia 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 Finland. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for South Karelia 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 Finland. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of South Karelia are latitude 61.2033° and longitude 28.6226°. In directional format: 61.2033° N, 28.6226° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of South Karelia in Finland and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
South Karelia is a state or administrative region of Finland, located in Europe. Its capital city is Lappeenranta. View the exact position of South Karelia on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, South Karelia is at: Latitude 61° 12' 12" N and Longitude 28° 37' 21" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
South Karelia covers a total area of approximately 6,872.13 km² (2,653.34 mi²). This is roughly 2.04% of Finland's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of South Karelia is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 61.2033, 28.6226 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate South Karelia in Finland. For broader context, explore the Finland national map or nearby states.
Today in South Karelia, sunrise is at 05:03 AM and sunset is at 09:17 PM, giving a day length of 16h 13m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from South Karelia's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
South Karelia is approximately 6,813 km (4,233 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,535 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of South Karelia — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 2,532 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.
Lappeenranta, the capital of South Karelia, is approximately 203 km (126 mi) SW of Helsinki, the national capital of Finland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
