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Current Date And Time In Salmas, Iran

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
14:45:08 IRST
Currency: Iranian Rial (IRR)
Timezone: UTC +03:30 (IRST)
Population: 81,606

🗺 Map of Salmas, West Azerbaijan, Iran – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Salmas, a city in West Azerbaijan, Iran, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Salmas β€” 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 Salmas.

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 Iran operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Salmas, West Azerbaijan

📍 LATITUDE
38.197°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
44.765°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)38.1973° N44.7653° E
Signed Decimal Degrees38.197344.7653
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)38° 11' 50" N44° 45' 55" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)38° 11.838' N44° 45.918' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Salmas Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:41 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:30 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 48m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:36 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Salmas’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,252 km
(2,642 mi) • Salmas is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,916 km
(2,433 mi) • Salmas is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
38.197° S, 135.235° W
The point exactly opposite Salmas through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Salmas, you'd surface nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, about 1,538 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 Salmas

📍 Location Details

CitySalmas
StateWest Azerbaijan (azΜ„arbayjan-e Gharbi)
CountryIran
ContinentAsia
Time Zone+03:30

📈 Area & Population

Population81,606
Area (km²)23.98 km²
Area (mi²)9.26 mi²
Pop. Density3,403.09 /km²
Elevation1,382 m / 4,534 ft
GPS (DD)38.1973, 44.7653

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Salmas

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: West Azerbaijan
Parent Country: Iran

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 81,606
🏆 State Rank: #6 of 92 most populous in West Azerbaijan
🏠 Share of West Azerbaijan Population: 2.499%
📏 Built-Up Area: 23.98 km²
👥 Population Density: 3,403 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Salmas 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 West Azerbaijan.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
YazdekanWest AzerbaijanN24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
Molla JonudWest AzerbaijanNE26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View
BabakanWest AzerbaijanN27 km17 mi~27m🗺 View
KhandizajWest AzerbaijanN28 km17 mi~28m🗺 View
Seyyed Taj od DinWest AzerbaijanNE30 km19 mi~30m🗺 View
RahalWest AzerbaijanN33 km20 mi~33m🗺 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 Salmas to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tehran
653 km (406 mi)
SE of Salmas • ~10h 53m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in West Azerbaijan

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Orumiyeh37.5527° N45.0761° E1,350 m-🗺 View Map
Bukan36.521° N46.2089° E1,365 m-🗺 View Map
Khowy38.5503° N44.9521° E1,143 m-🗺 View Map
Mahabad36.7631° N45.7222° E1,324 m-🗺 View Map
Miandoab36.9667° N46.1096° E1,294 m-🗺 View Map
Naqadeh36.9553° N45.388° E1,325 m-🗺 View Map
Piranshahr36.701° N45.1413° E1,444 m-🗺 View Map
Takab36.4009° N47.1133° E1,798 m-🗺 View Map
Oshnaviyeh37.0397° N45.0983° E1,443 m-🗺 View Map
Maku39.2899° N44.4604° E1,304 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Urmia Airport
IATA: OMH
65 km (40 mi) from Salmas
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🌍 Salmas Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Salmas Matter

The exact GPS location of Salmas gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside West Azerbaijan. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare West Azerbaijan state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Salmas

The satellite view of Salmas 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 Iran map

🌎 Regional Position of Salmas in West Azerbaijan

Salmas sits within West Azerbaijan, Iran, in the Asia 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 Salmas Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Salmas 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 West Azerbaijan. › Browse every city in West Azerbaijan

💻 Using Salmas Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Salmas 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 Iran. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Salmas Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Salmas Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Salmas?

The GPS coordinates of Salmas are latitude 38.1973° and longitude 44.7653°. In directional format: 38.1973° N, 44.7653° E. These coordinates mark the center of Salmas in West Azerbaijan and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Salmas located?

Salmas is a city in West Azerbaijan, Iran, on the continent of Asia. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Salmas?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Salmas sits at: Latitude 38° 11' 50" N and Longitude 44° 45' 55" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Salmas?

Salmas has a population of approximately 81,606 people. This is roughly 2.499% of West Azerbaijan's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in West Azerbaijan.

🗺 How can I view Salmas on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Salmas is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 38.1973, 44.7653 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Salmas in West Azerbaijan. For broader context, explore the West Azerbaijan state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Salmas?

The nearest airport to Salmas is Urmia Airport (OMH), roughly 65 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Salmas?

Salmas sits at an elevation of approximately 1,382 meters (4,534 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for West Azerbaijan.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Salmas?

The closest cities to Salmas include Yazdekan, Molla Jonud, Babakan. 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 Salmas today?

Today in Salmas, sunrise is at 05:41 AM and sunset is at 07:30 PM, giving a day length of 13h 48m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Salmas's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Salmas from the Equator?

Salmas is approximately 4,252 km (2,642 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,916 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 Salmas?

The antipodal point of Salmas — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, roughly 1,538 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 Salmas from Tehran, the capital of Iran?

Salmas is approximately 653 km (406 mi) SE of Tehran, the national capital of Iran, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.