Current Date And Time In Rason, North Korea
Sunday, 02 August 2026
17:30:12 KST
Capital: Rajin
Currency: North Korean Won (KPW)
Timezone: UTC +08:30 (KST)
Population: 196,954
Area: 746.00 km²
State Code: RA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Rason, 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 Rason — 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 Rason 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) | 42.2569° N | 130.2977° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 42.2569 | 130.2977 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 42° 15' 25" N | 130° 17' 52" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 42° 15.4144' N | 130° 17.8631' E |
| State / Region | Rason (라선 직할시) |
| Country | North Korea |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Rajin |
| State Code | RA |
| Time Zone | +08:30 |
| Districts | 2 |
| Population | 196,954 |
| Area (km²) | 746.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 288.03 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 65.37 /km² |
| Elevation | 60 m / 198 ft |
| Area Rank | #13 in North Korea |
| Population Rank | #12 of 13 in North Korea |
| GPS (DD) | 42.2569, 130.2977 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rason 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 Hamgyong | North Korea | SW | 85 km | 53 mi | ~1h 4m | 🗺 View |
| Yanggang-do | North Korea | SW | 187 km | 116 mi | ~2h 20m | 🗺 View |
| South Hamgyong | North Korea | SW | 268 km | 166 mi | ~3h 21m | 🗺 View |
| Chagang | North Korea | SW | 355 km | 221 mi | ~4h 26m | 🗺 View |
| Kangwŏn-do | North Korea | SW | 444 km | 276 mi | ~5h 33m | 🗺 View |
| South Pyongan | North Korea | SW | 474 km | 295 mi | ~5h 56m | 🗺 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 Rason, along with each city's aerial distance from Rajin, Rason'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rajin | 42.2556° N | 130.2831° E | 16 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sŏnbong | 42.3512° N | 130.3831° E | 12 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Unggi | 42.3417° N | 130.4108° E | 90 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ungsang-nodongjagu | 42.3578° N | 130.4622° E | 40 m | 19 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ungsang | 42.3515° N | 130.4882° E | 47 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Rason 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 Rason on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in North Korea.
The satellite view of Rason 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
Rason 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 Rason 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 Rason 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 Rason are latitude 42.2569° and longitude 130.2977°. In directional format: 42.2569° N, 130.2977° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Rason in North Korea and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Rason is a state or administrative region of North Korea, located in Asia. Its capital city is Rajin. View the exact position of Rason on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rason is at: Latitude 42° 15' 25" N and Longitude 130° 17' 52" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Rason covers a total area of approximately 746.00 km² (288.03 mi²). This is roughly 0.62% of North Korea's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Rason is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 42.2569, 130.2977 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rason in North Korea. For broader context, explore the North Korea national map or nearby states.
Today in Rason, sunrise is at 04:40 AM and sunset is at 07:09 PM, giving a day length of 14h 28m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rason's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Rason is approximately 4,704 km (2,923 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,735 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Rason — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mar del Plata, Argentina, roughly 818 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.
