Current Date And Time In Samsun, Turkey
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
23:44:34 TRT
Capital: Samsun
Currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (TRT)
Population: 1,371,432
Area: 9,579.00 km²
State Code: SA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Samsun, a state or administrative region of 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 Samsun — 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 Samsun in Turkey.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 41.2797° N | 36.3361° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 41.2797 | 36.3361 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 41° 16' 47" N | 36° 20' 10" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 41° 16.7822' N | 36° 20.164' E |
| Population | 1,371,432 |
| Area (km²) | 9,579.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 3,698.47 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 54.06 /km² |
| Elevation | 49 m / 159 ft |
| Area Rank | #30 in Turkey |
| Population Rank | #16 of 81 in Turkey |
| GPS (DD) | 41.2797, 36.3361 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Samsun 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 Turkey.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amasya | Turkey | SW | 81 km | 50 mi | ~1h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Tokat Province | Turkey | S | 102 km | 63 mi | ~1h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Sinop | Turkey | NW | 129 km | 80 mi | ~1h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Ordu | Turkey | E | 133 km | 83 mi | ~1h 40m | 🗺 View |
| Çorum | Turkey | SW | 142 km | 88 mi | ~1h 46m | 🗺 View |
| Giresun | Turkey | E | 177 km | 110 mi | ~2h 13m | 🗺 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 Samsun, along with each city's aerial distance from Samsun, Samsun'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samsun | 41.2798° N | 36.3361° E | 64 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bafra | 41.5679° N | 35.9031° E | 10 m | 48 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Çarşamba | 41.1989° N | 36.7219° E | 28 m | 33 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Terme | 41.2092° N | 36.9739° E | 11 m | 54 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vezirköprü | 41.1436° N | 35.4547° E | 335 m | 75 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Havza | 40.9706° N | 35.6622° E | 632 m | 66 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tekkeköy | 41.2117° N | 36.46° E | 27 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ladik | 40.9106° N | 35.8919° E | 940 m | 55 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kavak | 41.0783° N | 36.0425° E | 608 m | 33 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ayvacık | 40.9911° N | 36.6314° E | 66 m | 41 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Samsun is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Turkey. 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 Samsun on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Turkey.
The satellite view of Samsun 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 Turkey national map
Samsun occupies a distinct geographic zone within Turkey in the Asia 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 Samsun 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 Turkey. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Samsun 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 Turkey. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Samsun are latitude 41.2797° and longitude 36.3361°. In directional format: 41.2797° N, 36.3361° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Samsun in Turkey and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Samsun is a state or administrative region of Turkey, located in Asia. Its capital city is Samsun. View the exact position of Samsun on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Samsun is at: Latitude 41° 16' 47" N and Longitude 36° 20' 10" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Samsun covers a total area of approximately 9,579.00 km² (3,698.47 mi²). This is roughly 1.23% of Turkey's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Samsun is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 41.2797, 36.3361 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Samsun in Turkey. For broader context, explore the Turkey national map or nearby states.
Today in Samsun, sunrise is at 05:39 AM and sunset is at 07:40 PM, giving a day length of 14h 0m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Samsun's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Samsun is approximately 4,595 km (2,855 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,040 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Samsun — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, roughly 2,066 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.
Samsun, the capital of Samsun, is approximately 331 km (205 mi) SW of Ankara, the national capital of Turkey, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
