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Basilicate, Italy – Italy Flag

Current Date And Time In Basilicate, Italy

Wednesday, 29 July 2026
19:22:57 CEST
Capital: Potenza
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Area: 9,994.61 km²

🗺 Map of Basilicate, Italy – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Basilicate, a state or administrative region of Italy, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Basilicate — 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 Basilicate in Italy.

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 Italy operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Basilicate, Italy

📍 LATITUDE
40.643°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
15.97°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.6431° N15.97° E
Signed Decimal Degrees40.643115.97
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 38' 35" N15° 58' 12" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 38.5846' N15° 58.1993' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Basilicate Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:48 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:16 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 27m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:02 PM
Calculated for today (29 Jul 2026) from Basilicate’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,524 km
(2,811 mi) • Basilicate is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,349 km
(838 mi) • Basilicate is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.643° S, 164.03° W
The point exactly opposite Basilicate through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Basilicate, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,093 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 Basilicate

📍 Location Details

State / RegionBasilicate (-)
CountryItaly
ContinentEurope
CapitalPotenza
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Area (km²)9,994.61 km²
Area (mi²)3,858.94 mi²
Elevation763 m / 2,502 ft
Area Rank#14 in Italy
GPS (DD)40.6431, 15.97

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring States

🗺 Neighboring States of Basilicate

Nearby States Found: 6 states
Parent Country: Italy
Continent: Europe

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 9,994.61 km² (3,858.94 mi²)
🎮 Share of Italy: 3.32% of total country area
🌎 World Land Share: 0.0067% of Earth's land surface
👥 Population Density: 0.00 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby States

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Basilicate 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 Italy.

StateCountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ApuliaItalyE97 km60 mi~1h 13m🗺 View
CampaniaItalyNW108 km67 mi~1h 21m🗺 View
CalabriaItalyS152 km94 mi~1h 54m🗺 View
MoliseItalyNW153 km95 mi~1h 55m🗺 View
AbruzzoItalyNW254 km158 mi~3h 11m🗺 View
LazioItalyNW274 km170 mi~3h 25m🗺 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.

🚗 Distance from Basilicate to the National Capital

Potenza → Rome, Italy
309 km (192 mi)
NW of Basilicate's capital • ~3h 51m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Basilicate

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Basilicate, along with each city's aerial distance from Potenza, Basilicate's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Matera40.666° N16.6046° E401 m67 km🗺 View Map
Potenza40.6418° N15.8079° E819 m0 km🗺 View Map
Lavello41.0477° N15.7892° E313 m45 km🗺 View Map
Melfi40.9957° N15.6558° E538 m41 km🗺 View Map
Rionero in Vulture40.9233° N15.6711° E656 m33 km🗺 View Map
Policoro40.2128° N16.678° E25 m88 km🗺 View Map
Venosa40.9628° N15.8129° E415 m36 km🗺 View Map
Bernalda40.4126° N16.6892° E126 m79 km🗺 View Map
Montescaglioso40.5502° N16.6654° E352 m73 km🗺 View Map
Marconia40.3636° N16.6882° E106 m81 km🗺 View Map
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🌍 Basilicate Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Basilicate Matter

The precise GPS location of Basilicate is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Italy. 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

📈 Coordinate Formats for Basilicate Mapping

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 Basilicate on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Italy.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Basilicate

The satellite view of Basilicate 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 Italy national map

🌎 Regional Position of Basilicate in Italy

Basilicate occupies a distinct geographic zone within Italy 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Basilicate Coordinates

Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Basilicate 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 Italy. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference

💻 Using Basilicate Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Basilicate 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 Italy. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Basilicate Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Basilicate directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Bordering RegionsUse the nearby states tool to find all regions bordering Basilicate. Ideal for regional analysis, cross-border logistics and multi-territory market research in Italy.
🏝 Cities & Territory Drill-DownAccess the full list of cities in Basilicate with their own GPS data for precise intra-regional mapping, branch planning and urban coverage analysis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Basilicate Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Basilicate?

The GPS coordinates of Basilicate are latitude 40.6431° and longitude 15.97°. In directional format: 40.6431° N, 15.97° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Basilicate in Italy and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

🌎 Where is Basilicate located?

Basilicate is a state or administrative region of Italy, located in Europe. Its capital city is Potenza. View the exact position of Basilicate on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Basilicate?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Basilicate is at: Latitude 40° 38' 35" N and Longitude 15° 58' 12" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.

📐 What is the total area of Basilicate?

Basilicate covers a total area of approximately 9,994.61 km² (3,858.94 mi²). This is roughly 3.32% of Italy's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.

🗺 How can I view Basilicate on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Basilicate is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.6431, 15.97 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Basilicate in Italy. For broader context, explore the Italy national map or nearby states.

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

Today in Basilicate, sunrise is at 05:48 AM and sunset is at 08:16 PM, giving a day length of 14h 27m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Basilicate's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Basilicate from the Equator?

Basilicate is approximately 4,524 km (2,811 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,349 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 Basilicate?

The antipodal point of Basilicate — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,093 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.

🚗 How far is Basilicate from Rome, the capital of Italy?

Potenza, the capital of Basilicate, is approximately 309 km (192 mi) NW of Rome, the national capital of Italy, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.