Current Date And Time In Silesia, Poland
Sunday, 26 July 2026
11:19:10 CEST
Capital: Katowice
Currency: Polish Zloty (PLN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 3,520,000
Area: 12,333.09 km²
State Code: WP
Explore the interactive satellite map of Silesia, a state or administrative region of Poland, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Silesia — 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 Silesia in Poland.
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 Poland operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 52.28° N | 17.3523° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 52.28 | 17.3523 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 52° 16' 48" N | 17° 21' 8" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 52° 16.7992' N | 17° 21.1376' E |
| Population | 3,520,000 |
| Area (km²) | 12,333.09 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 4,761.83 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 118.00 /km² |
| Elevation | 94 m / 308 ft |
| Area Rank | #14 in Poland |
| Population Rank | #3 of 14 in Poland |
| GPS (DD) | 52.28, 17.3523 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Silesia 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 Poland.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pomerania | Poland | NE | 124 km | 77 mi | ~1h 33m | 🗺 View |
| Lubusz | Poland | W | 143 km | 89 mi | ~1h 47m | 🗺 View |
| Opole Voivodeship | Poland | S | 169 km | 105 mi | ~2h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Łódź Voivodeship | Poland | NW | 196 km | 122 mi | ~2h 27m | 🗺 View |
| West Pomerania | Poland | N | 230 km | 143 mi | ~2h 53m | 🗺 View |
| Kujawsko-Pomorskie | Poland | SE | 234 km | 145 mi | ~2h 55m | 🗺 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 Silesia, along with each city's aerial distance from Katowice, Silesia'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katowice | 50.2597° N | 19.0217° E | 276 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Częstochowa | 50.7965° N | 19.1241° E | 253 m | 60 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sosnowiec | 50.2868° N | 19.1039° E | 256 m | 7 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gliwice | 50.2976° N | 18.6766° E | 200 m | 25 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Zabrze | 50.3249° N | 18.7858° E | 258 m | 18 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bytom | 50.348° N | 18.9328° E | 285 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bielsko-Biala | 49.8225° N | 19.0469° E | 330 m | 49 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ruda Śląska | 50.2584° N | 18.8563° E | 258 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rybnik | 50.0971° N | 18.5418° E | 233 m | 39 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tychy | 50.1372° N | 18.9664° E | 259 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Silesia is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Poland. 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 Silesia on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Poland.
The satellite view of Silesia 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 Poland national map
Silesia occupies a distinct geographic zone within Poland 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
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Silesia 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 Poland. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Silesia 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 Poland. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Silesia are latitude 52.28° and longitude 17.3523°. In directional format: 52.28° N, 17.3523° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Silesia in Poland and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Silesia is a state or administrative region of Poland, located in Europe. Its capital city is Katowice. View the exact position of Silesia on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Silesia is at: Latitude 52° 16' 48" N and Longitude 17° 21' 8" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Silesia covers a total area of approximately 12,333.09 km² (4,761.83 mi²). This is roughly 3.94% of Poland's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Silesia is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 52.28, 17.3523 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Silesia in Poland. For broader context, explore the Poland national map or nearby states.
Today in Silesia, sunrise is at 05:00 AM and sunset is at 08:53 PM, giving a day length of 15h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Silesia's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Silesia is approximately 5,820 km (3,616 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,182 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Silesia — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,383 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.
