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Șipotu, Prahova, Romania – Romania Flag

Current Date And Time In Șipotu, Romania

Monday, 27 July 2026
04:39:30 EEST
State: Prahova
Currency: Romanian Leu (RON)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 2,241
District: Comuna Lipăneşti

🗺 Map of Șipotu, Prahova, Romania – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Șipotu, a city in Prahova, Romania, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Șipotu — 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 Șipotu.

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 Romania operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Șipotu, Prahova

📍 LATITUDE
45.041°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
26.017°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)45.0408° N26.0171° E
Signed Decimal Degrees45.040826.0171
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)45° 2' 27" N26° 1' 2" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)45° 2.4456' N26° 1.0284' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Șipotu Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:54 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:50 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 56m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:22 PM
Calculated for today (27 Jul 2026) from Șipotu’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Șipotu’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,014 km
(3,116 mi) • Șipotu is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,046 km
(1,272 mi) • Șipotu is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
45.041° S, 153.983° W
The point exactly opposite Șipotu through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Șipotu, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,789 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Șipotu

📍 Location Details

CityȘipotu
StatePrahova
CountryRomania
ContinentEurope
DistrictComuna Lipăneşti
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,241
Elevation210 m / 689 ft
GPS (DD)45.0408, 26.0171

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Șipotu

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Prahova
Parent Country: Romania

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,241
🏆 State Rank: #105 of 291 most populous in Prahova

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Șipotu 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 Prahova.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
LipăneştiPrahovaN1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
Boldeşti-ScăeniPrahovaSE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
ZamfiraPrahovaN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
SeciuPrahovaE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
BlejoiPrahovaS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
IazuPrahovaN5 km3 mi~5m🗺 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.

🚗 Distance from Șipotu to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Ploiești
10 km (6 mi)
S of Șipotu • ~10m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bucharest
69 km (43 mi)
S of Șipotu • ~1h 9m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Prahova

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Prahova, the home state of Șipotu, along with each city's aerial distance from Ploiești, Prahova's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Ploieşti44.95° N26.0167° E161 m0 km🗺 View Map
Câmpina45.1262° N25.735° E443 m30 km🗺 View Map
Băicoi45.0333° N25.85° E312 m16 km🗺 View Map
Breaza45.1833° N25.6667° E548 m38 km🗺 View Map
Mizil45.0167° N26.45° E124 m35 km🗺 View Map
Comarnic45.25° N25.6333° E641 m45 km🗺 View Map
Vălenii de Munte45.1833° N26.0333° E353 m26 km🗺 View Map
Sinaia45.35° N25.55° E813 m58 km🗺 View Map
Urlaţi44.9833° N26.2333° E125 m17 km🗺 View Map
Boldeşti-Scăeni45.0333° N26.0333° E211 m9 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport
IATA: OTP
53 km (33 mi) from Șipotu
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🌍 Șipotu Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Șipotu Matter

The exact GPS location of Șipotu gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Prahova. 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 Prahova state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Șipotu Mapping

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 Șipotu are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Șipotu

The satellite view of Șipotu 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 Romania map

🌎 Regional Position of Șipotu in Prahova

Șipotu sits within Prahova, Romania, 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Șipotu Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Șipotu 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 Prahova. › Browse every city in Prahova

💻 Using Șipotu Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Șipotu 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 Romania. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Șipotu Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Șipotu directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Șipotu. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Prahova CitiesAccess the full city directory for Prahova ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Șipotu Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Șipotu?

The GPS coordinates of Șipotu are latitude 45.0408° and longitude 26.0171°. In directional format: 45.0408° N, 26.0171° E. These coordinates mark the center of Șipotu in Prahova and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Șipotu located?

Șipotu is a city in Prahova, Romania, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Comuna Lipăneşti. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Șipotu?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Șipotu sits at: Latitude 45° 2' 27" N and Longitude 26° 1' 2" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Șipotu?

Șipotu has a population of approximately 2,241 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Prahova.

🗺 How can I view Șipotu on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Șipotu is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 45.0408, 26.0171 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Șipotu in Prahova. For broader context, explore the Prahova state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Șipotu?

The nearest airport to Șipotu is Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), roughly 53 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Șipotu from Ploiești?

Șipotu is approximately 10 km (6 mi) from Ploiești, the capital of Prahova, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Prahova.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Șipotu?

Șipotu sits at an elevation of approximately 210 meters (689 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Prahova.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Șipotu?

The closest cities to Șipotu include Lipăneşti, Boldeşti-Scăeni, Zamfira. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Șipotu today?

Today in Șipotu, sunrise is at 05:54 AM and sunset is at 08:50 PM, giving a day length of 14h 56m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Șipotu's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Șipotu from the Equator?

Șipotu is approximately 5,014 km (3,116 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 2,046 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Șipotu?

The antipodal point of Șipotu — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,789 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.

🚗 How far is Șipotu from Bucharest, the capital of Romania?

Șipotu is approximately 69 km (43 mi) S of Bucharest, the national capital of Romania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.