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Current Date And Time In Karakurt, Turkey

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
23:06:56 TRT
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (TRT)
District: Sarıkamış İlçesi

🗺 Map of Karakurt, Kars Province, Turkey – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Karakurt, a city in Kars Province, Turkey, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Karakurt — 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 Karakurt.

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 Turkey operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Karakurt, Kars Province

📍 LATITUDE
40.166°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
42.605°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.1659° N42.6045° E
Signed Decimal Degrees40.165942.6045
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 9' 57" N42° 36' 16" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 9.9546' N42° 36.2718' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Karakurt Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:17 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:11 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 53m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:14 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Karakurt’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,471 km
(2,778 mi) • Karakurt is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,624 km
(2,252 mi) • Karakurt is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.166° S, 137.395° W
The point exactly opposite Karakurt through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Karakurt, you'd surface nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, about 1,811 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 Karakurt

📍 Location Details

CityKarakurt
StateKars Province (Kars)
CountryTurkey
ContinentAsia
DistrictSarıkamış İlçesi
Time Zone+03:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation1,485 m / 4,872 ft
GPS (DD)40.1659, 42.6045

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Karakurt

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Kars Province
Parent Country: Turkey

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Karakurt 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 Kars Province.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
SarıkamışKars ProvinceN18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
OlukluKars ProvinceNE29 km18 mi~29m🗺 View
KaraurganKars ProvinceW29 km18 mi~29m🗺 View
KötekKars ProvinceE34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
SelimKars ProvinceNE36 km22 mi~36m🗺 View
KağızmanKars ProvinceE45 km28 mi~45m🗺 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 Karakurt to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Kars
63 km (39 mi)
NE of Karakurt • ~1h 3m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Ankara
830 km (516 mi)
W of Karakurt • ~13h 50m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Kars Province

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kars40.5983° N43.0855° E1,767 m0 km🗺 View Map
Kağızman40.1567° N43.1342° E1,276 m49 km🗺 View Map
Sarıkamış40.3277° N42.5871° E2,087 m52 km🗺 View Map
Arpaçay40.8452° N43.3275° E1,692 m34 km🗺 View Map
Selim40.4577° N42.7829° E1,853 m30 km🗺 View Map
Susuz40.7791° N43.1277° E1,757 m20 km🗺 View Map
Oluklu40.3075° N42.8844° E2,028 m37 km🗺 View Map
Başgedikler40.6407° N43.5218° E1,604 m37 km🗺 View Map
Digor40.369° N43.41° E1,765 m37 km🗺 View Map
Doğruyol40.9799° N43.471° E2,682 m53 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Kars Airport
IATA: KSY
62 km (38 mi) from Karakurt
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🌍 Karakurt Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Karakurt Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Karakurt

The satellite view of Karakurt 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 Turkey map

🌎 Regional Position of Karakurt in Kars Province

Karakurt sits within Kars Province, Turkey, in the Asia 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 Karakurt Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Karakurt 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 Kars Province. › Browse every city in Kars Province

💻 Using Karakurt Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Karakurt 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 Turkey. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Karakurt Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Karakurt Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Karakurt?

The GPS coordinates of Karakurt are latitude 40.1659° and longitude 42.6045°. In directional format: 40.1659° N, 42.6045° E. These coordinates mark the center of Karakurt in Kars Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Karakurt located?

Karakurt is a city in Kars Province, Turkey, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Sarıkamış İlçesi. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Karakurt?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Karakurt sits at: Latitude 40° 9' 57" N and Longitude 42° 36' 16" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Karakurt on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Karakurt is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.1659, 42.6045 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Karakurt in Kars Province. For broader context, explore the Kars Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Karakurt?

The nearest airport to Karakurt is Kars Airport (KSY), roughly 62 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Karakurt from Kars?

Karakurt is approximately 63 km (39 mi) from Kars, the capital of Kars Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Kars Province.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Karakurt?

Karakurt sits at an elevation of approximately 1,485 meters (4,872 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kars Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Karakurt?

The closest cities to Karakurt include Sarıkamış, Oluklu, Karaurgan. 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 Karakurt today?

Today in Karakurt, sunrise is at 05:17 AM and sunset is at 07:11 PM, giving a day length of 13h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Karakurt's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Karakurt from the Equator?

Karakurt is approximately 4,471 km (2,778 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,624 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 Karakurt?

The antipodal point of Karakurt — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, roughly 1,811 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 Karakurt from Ankara, the capital of Turkey?

Karakurt is approximately 830 km (516 mi) W of Ankara, the national capital of Turkey, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.