Current Date And Time In Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Monday, 03 August 2026
12:35:26 ALMT
Capital: Shymkent
Currency: Kazakhstani Tenge (KZT)
Timezone: UTC +06:00 (ALMT)
Population: 1,152,000
Area: 1,170.00 km²
State Code: 79
Explore the interactive satellite map of Shymkent, a state or administrative region of Kazakhstan, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Shymkent — 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 Shymkent in Kazakhstan.
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 Kazakhstan operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 42.3205° N | 69.5876° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 42.3205 | 69.5876 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 42° 19' 14" N | 69° 35' 15" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 42° 19.232' N | 69° 35.2578' E |
| State / Region | Shymkent (Шымкент қаласы / Город Шымкент) |
| Country | Kazakhstan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Shymkent |
| State Code | 79 |
| Time Zone | +05:00 to +06:00 |
| Districts | 4 |
| Population | 1,152,000 |
| Area (km²) | 1,170.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 451.74 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 984.62 /km² |
| Elevation | 520 m / 1,708 ft |
| Area Rank | #19 in Kazakhstan |
| Population Rank | #7 of 18 in Kazakhstan |
| GPS (DD) | 42.3205, 69.5876 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Shymkent 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 Kazakhstan.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkistan | Kazakhstan | NW | 155 km | 96 mi | ~1h 56m | 🗺 View |
| Zhambyl | Kazakhstan | NE | 309 km | 192 mi | ~3h 52m | 🗺 View |
| Ulytau Region | Kazakhstan | N | 560 km | 348 mi | ~7h 0m | 🗺 View |
| Almaty | Kazakhstan | E | 604 km | 375 mi | ~7h 33m | 🗺 View |
| Almaty Region | Kazakhstan | E | 614 km | 382 mi | ~7h 41m | 🗺 View |
| Baikonur | Kazakhstan | NW | 621 km | 386 mi | ~7h 46m | 🗺 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 Shymkent, along with each city's aerial distance from Shymkent, Shymkent'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shymkent | 42.3099° N | 69.6004° E | 520 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Shymkent is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Kazakhstan. 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 Shymkent on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Kazakhstan.
The satellite view of Shymkent 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 Kazakhstan national map
Shymkent occupies a distinct geographic zone within Kazakhstan in the Asia 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 Shymkent 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 Kazakhstan. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Shymkent 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 Kazakhstan. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Shymkent are latitude 42.3205° and longitude 69.5876°. In directional format: 42.3205° N, 69.5876° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Shymkent in Kazakhstan and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Shymkent is a state or administrative region of Kazakhstan, located in Asia. Its capital city is Shymkent. View the exact position of Shymkent on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Shymkent is at: Latitude 42° 19' 14" N and Longitude 69° 35' 15" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Shymkent covers a total area of approximately 1,170.00 km² (451.74 mi²). This is roughly 0.04% of Kazakhstan's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Shymkent is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 42.3205, 69.5876 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Shymkent in Kazakhstan. For broader context, explore the Kazakhstan national map or nearby states.
Today in Shymkent, sunrise is at 06:14 AM and sunset is at 08:40 PM, giving a day length of 14h 26m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Shymkent's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Shymkent is approximately 4,711 km (2,927 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 5,728 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Shymkent — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hanga Roa, Chile, roughly 1,689 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.
