Current Date And Time In Rakkestad, Norway
Saturday, 25 July 2026
21:02:42 CEST
State: Østfold
Currency: Norwegian Krone (NOK)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 3,779
District: Rakkestad
Explore the interactive satellite map of Rakkestad, a city in Østfold, Norway, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Rakkestad — 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 Rakkestad.
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 Norway operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 59.4251° N | 11.3454° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 59.4251 | 11.3454 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 59° 25' 30" N | 11° 20' 43" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 59° 25.5078' N | 11° 20.721' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rakkestad 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 Østfold.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meieribyen | Østfold | NW | 12 km | 7 mi | ~12m | 🗺 View |
| Mysen | Østfold | N | 14 km | 9 mi | ~14m | 🗺 View |
| Ise | Østfold | SW | 16 km | 10 mi | ~16m | 🗺 View |
| Ørje | Østfold | E | 19 km | 12 mi | ~19m | 🗺 View |
| Askim | Østfold | NW | 20 km | 13 mi | ~20m | 🗺 View |
| Sarpsborg | Østfold | SW | 21 km | 13 mi | ~21m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Østfold, the home state of Rakkestad, along with each city's aerial distance from Sarpsborg, Østfold's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fredrikstad | 59.2181° N | 10.9298° E | 6 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sarpsborg | 59.2839° N | 11.1096° E | 54 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Moss | 59.434° N | 10.6577° E | 17 m | 31 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Halden | 59.1248° N | 11.3875° E | 15 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Askim | 59.5833° N | 11.1629° E | 136 m | 33 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mysen | 59.5535° N | 11.3258° E | 114 m | 32 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Spydeberg | 59.6171° N | 11.0856° E | 122 m | 37 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rygge | 59.3776° N | 10.7503° E | 29 m | 23 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ryggebyen | 59.375° N | 10.75° E | 21 m | 23 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lervik | 59.2712° N | 10.7461° E | 4 m | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
Sandefjord Airport, Torp IATA: TRF 67 km (42 mi) from Rakkestad |
The exact GPS location of Rakkestad gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Østfold. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Østfold state-level map data
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 Rakkestad are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Rakkestad 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 Norway map
Rakkestad sits within Østfold, Norway, in the Europe 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Rakkestad 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 Østfold. › Browse every city in Østfold
Coordinates for Rakkestad 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 Norway. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Rakkestad are latitude 59.4251° and longitude 11.3454°. In directional format: 59.4251° N, 11.3454° E. These coordinates mark the center of Rakkestad in Østfold and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Rakkestad is a city in Østfold, Norway, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Rakkestad. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rakkestad sits at: Latitude 59° 25' 30" N and Longitude 11° 20' 43" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Rakkestad has a population of approximately 3,779 people. This is roughly 1.462% of Østfold's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Østfold.
The interactive satellite map of Rakkestad is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 59.4251, 11.3454 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rakkestad in Østfold. For broader context, explore the Østfold state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Rakkestad is Sandefjord Airport, Torp (TRF), roughly 67 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Rakkestad is approximately 21 km (13 mi) from Sarpsborg, the capital of Østfold, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Østfold.
Rakkestad sits at an elevation of approximately 107 meters (351 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Østfold.
The closest cities to Rakkestad include Meieribyen, Mysen, Ise. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Rakkestad, sunrise is at 04:43 AM and sunset is at 09:58 PM, giving a day length of 17h 15m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rakkestad's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Rakkestad is approximately 6,615 km (4,110 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 642 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Rakkestad — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,802 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.
Rakkestad is approximately 64 km (40 mi) NW of Oslo, the national capital of Norway, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
