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Nalchik, Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia – Russia Flag

Current Date And Time In Nalchik, Russia

Tuesday, 25 August 2026
22:28:27 MSK
Currency: Russian Ruble (RUB)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (MSK)
Population: 239,300
District: Nalchik Urban Okrug

🗺 Map of Nalchik, Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Nalchik, a city in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Nalchik — 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 Nalchik.

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 Russia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Nalchik, Kabardino-Balkariya Republic

📍 LATITUDE
43.498°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
43.619°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)43.4981° N43.6189° E
Signed Decimal Degrees43.498143.6189
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)43° 29' 53" N43° 37' 8" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)43° 29.8836' N43° 37.1334' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Nalchik Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:21 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:53 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 32m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:07 PM
Calculated for today (25 Aug 2026) from Nalchik’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,842 km
(3,009 mi) • Nalchik is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,522 km
(2,189 mi) • Nalchik is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
43.498° S, 136.381° W
The point exactly opposite Nalchik through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Nalchik, you'd surface nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, about 2,128 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 Nalchik

📍 Location Details

CityNalchik
StateKabardino-Balkariya Republic
CountryRussia
ContinentEurope
DistrictNalchik Urban Okrug
Time Zone+02:00 to +12:00
Founded1822-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population239,300
Area (km²)67.00 km²
Area (mi²)25.87 mi²
Pop. Density3,571.64 /km²
Elevation464 m / 1,522 ft
GPS (DD)43.4981, 43.6189

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Nalchik

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent Country: Russia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 239,300
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 57 most populous in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic
📏 Built-Up Area: 67.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 3,572 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Nalchik 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 Kabardino-Balkariya Republic.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Vol’nyy AulKabardino-Balkariya RepublicS2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
AleksandrovkaKabardino-Balkariya RepublicE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
KenzheKabardino-Balkariya RepublicW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
ShalushkaKabardino-Balkariya RepublicNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
NartanKabardino-Balkariya RepublicE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Chegem PervyjKabardino-Balkariya RepublicN7 km5 mi~7m🗺 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 Nalchik to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Moscow
1,428 km (887 mi)
N of Nalchik • ~23h 48m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Prokhladnyy43.7574° N44.0297° E208 m44 km🗺 View Map
Baksan43.6837° N43.5351° E453 m22 km🗺 View Map
Nartkala43.5544° N43.855° E303 m20 km🗺 View Map
Terek43.4833° N44.1378° E259 m42 km🗺 View Map
Dugulubgey43.6625° N43.5369° E450 m19 km🗺 View Map
Chegem43.5672° N43.5853° E476 m8 km🗺 View Map
Nartan43.5108° N43.6994° E386 m7 km🗺 View Map
Shalushka43.5325° N43.5661° E493 m6 km🗺 View Map
Chegem Vtoroy43.5958° N43.5994° E450 m11 km🗺 View Map
Islamey43.6756° N43.455° E528 m24 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Nalchik Airport
IATA: NAL
2 km (1 mi) from Nalchik
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🌍 Nalchik Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Nalchik Matter

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

📈 Coordinate Formats for Nalchik 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 Nalchik are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Nalchik

The satellite view of Nalchik 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 Russia map

🌎 Regional Position of Nalchik in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic

Nalchik sits within Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia, 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 Nalchik Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Nalchik 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 Kabardino-Balkariya Republic. › Browse every city in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic

💻 Using Nalchik Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Nalchik 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 Russia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Nalchik Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Nalchik 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 Nalchik. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Kabardino-Balkariya Republic CitiesAccess the full city directory for Kabardino-Balkariya Republic ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Nalchik Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Nalchik?

The GPS coordinates of Nalchik are latitude 43.4981° and longitude 43.6189°. In directional format: 43.4981° N, 43.6189° E. These coordinates mark the center of Nalchik in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Nalchik located?

Nalchik is a city in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic, Russia, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Nalchik Urban Okrug. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Nalchik?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Nalchik sits at: Latitude 43° 29' 53" N and Longitude 43° 37' 8" 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 Nalchik?

Nalchik has a population of approximately 239,300 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic.

🗺 How can I view Nalchik on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Nalchik is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 43.4981, 43.6189 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Nalchik in Kabardino-Balkariya Republic. For broader context, explore the Kabardino-Balkariya Republic state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Nalchik?

The nearest airport to Nalchik is Nalchik Airport (NAL), roughly 2 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Nalchik?

Nalchik sits at an elevation of approximately 464 meters (1,522 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kabardino-Balkariya Republic.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Nalchik?

The closest cities to Nalchik include Vol’nyy Aul, Aleksandrovka, Kenzhe. 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 Nalchik today?

Today in Nalchik, sunrise is at 05:21 AM and sunset is at 06:53 PM, giving a day length of 13h 32m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Nalchik's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Nalchik from the Equator?

Nalchik is approximately 4,842 km (3,009 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,522 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 Nalchik?

The antipodal point of Nalchik — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, roughly 2,128 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 Nalchik from Moscow, the capital of Russia?

Nalchik is approximately 1,428 km (887 mi) N of Moscow, the national capital of Russia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.