Current Date And Time In Kaesong, North Korea
Wednesday, 29 July 2026
03:48:26 KST
Capital: Kaesong
Currency: North Korean Won (KPW)
Timezone: UTC +08:30 (KST)
Population: 192,578
Area: 3,295.97 km²
State Code: KA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Kaesong, a state or administrative region of North Korea, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Kaesong — 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 Kaesong in North Korea.
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 North Korea operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 37.9382° N | 126.5878° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 37.9382 | 126.5878 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 37° 56' 17" N | 126° 35' 16" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 37° 56.2917' N | 126° 35.2677' E |
| State / Region | Kaesong |
| Country | North Korea |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Kaesong |
| State Code | KA |
| Time Zone | +08:30 |
| Districts | 2 |
| Population | 192,578 |
| Area (km²) | 3,295.97 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,272.58 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 58.43 /km² |
| Elevation | 215 m / 707 ft |
| Area Rank | #10 in North Korea |
| Population Rank | #13 of 13 in North Korea |
| GPS (DD) | 37.9382, 126.5878 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kaesong 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 North Korea.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Hwanghae | North Korea | N | 83 km | 51 mi | ~1h 2m | 🗺 View |
| South Hwanghae | North Korea | W | 101 km | 63 mi | ~1h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Kangwŏn-do | North Korea | NE | 132 km | 82 mi | ~1h 39m | 🗺 View |
| Nampo | North Korea | NW | 143 km | 89 mi | ~1h 47m | 🗺 View |
| Pyongyang | North Korea | NW | 143 km | 89 mi | ~1h 47m | 🗺 View |
| South Pyongan | North Korea | N | 162 km | 100 mi | ~2h 1m | 🗺 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 Kaesong, along with each city's aerial distance from Kaesong, Kaesong'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaesŏng | 37.9708° N | 126.5544° E | 42 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Kaesong is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across North Korea. 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 Kaesong on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in North Korea.
The satellite view of Kaesong 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 North Korea national map
Kaesong occupies a distinct geographic zone within North Korea 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 Kaesong 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 North Korea. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Kaesong 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 North Korea. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Kaesong are latitude 37.9382° and longitude 126.5878°. In directional format: 37.9382° N, 126.5878° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Kaesong in North Korea and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Kaesong is a state or administrative region of North Korea, located in Asia. Its capital city is Kaesong. View the exact position of Kaesong on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kaesong is at: Latitude 37° 56' 17" N and Longitude 126° 35' 16" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Kaesong covers a total area of approximately 3,295.97 km² (1,272.58 mi²). This is roughly 2.73% of North Korea's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Kaesong is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 37.9382, 126.5878 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kaesong in North Korea. For broader context, explore the North Korea national map or nearby states.
Today in Kaesong, sunrise is at 05:02 AM and sunset is at 07:17 PM, giving a day length of 14h 15m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kaesong's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Kaesong is approximately 4,223 km (2,624 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 11,114 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Kaesong — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Pinamar, Argentina, roughly 318 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.
