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Knighton, Wales, United Kingdom – United Kingdom Flag

Current Date And Time In Knighton, United Kingdom

Thursday, 13 August 2026
02:47:11 BST
State: Wales
Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (BST)
Population: 3,719
District: Sir Powys

🗺 Map of Knighton, Wales, United Kingdom – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Knighton, a city in Wales, United Kingdom, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Knighton β€” 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 Knighton.

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 United Kingdom operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Knighton, Wales

📍 LATITUDE
52.343°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
3.047°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)52.3425° N3.0471° W
Signed Decimal Degrees52.3425-3.0471
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)52° 20' 33" N3° 2' 49" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)52° 20.5506' N3° 2.8248' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Knighton Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:50 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:43 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 53m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:17 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Knighton’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,827 km
(3,621 mi) • Knighton is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
207 km
(129 mi) • Knighton is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
52.343° S, 176.953° E
The point exactly opposite Knighton through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Knighton, you'd surface nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, about 839 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 Knighton

📍 Location Details

CityKnighton
StateWales
CountryUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
DistrictSir Powys
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population3,719
Area (km²)26.22 km²
Area (mi²)10.12 mi²
Pop. Density141.84 /km²
Elevation184 m / 604 ft
GPS (DD)52.3425, -3.0471

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Knighton

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Wales
Parent Country: United Kingdom

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 3,719
🏆 State Rank: #135 of 370 most populous in Wales
🏠 Share of Wales Population: 0.119%
📏 Built-Up Area: 26.22 km²
👥 Population Density: 142 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Knighton 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 Wales.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
WhittonWalesS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
PresteigneWalesS8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
PenybontWalesSW19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
KerryWalesNW23 km14 mi~23m🗺 View
Llandrindod WellsWalesSW25 km16 mi~25m🗺 View
MontgomeryWalesN25 km16 mi~25m🗺 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 Knighton to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Cardiff
96 km (60 mi)
S of Knighton • ~1h 36m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • London
221 km (137 mi)
SE of Knighton • ~3h 41m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Wales

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Cardiff51.48° N-3.18° W17 m0 km🗺 View Map
Swansea51.6208° N-3.9432° W18 m55 km🗺 View Map
Newport51.5877° N-2.9984° W16 m17 km🗺 View Map
Rhondda51.659° N-3.4489° W256 m27 km🗺 View Map
Wrexham53.0466° N-2.9913° W87 m175 km🗺 View Map
Buckley53.1667° N-3.0833° W157 m188 km🗺 View Map
Tonypandy51.622° N-3.4554° W154 m25 km🗺 View Map
Barry51.3998° N-3.2838° W25 m11 km🗺 View Map
Bridgend51.5058° N-3.5772° W23 m28 km🗺 View Map
Llanelli51.682° N-4.1619° W13 m71 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Birmingham Airport
IATA: BHX
89 km (55 mi) from Knighton
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🌍 Knighton Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Knighton Matter

The exact GPS location of Knighton gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Wales. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Wales state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Knighton

The satellite view of Knighton 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 United Kingdom map

🌎 Regional Position of Knighton in Wales

Knighton sits within Wales, United Kingdom, 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 Knighton Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Knighton 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 Wales. › Browse every city in Wales

💻 Using Knighton Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Knighton 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 United Kingdom. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Knighton Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Knighton Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Knighton?

The GPS coordinates of Knighton are latitude 52.3425° and longitude -3.0471°. In directional format: 52.3425° N, 3.0471° W. These coordinates mark the center of Knighton in Wales and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Knighton located?

Knighton is a city in Wales, United Kingdom, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Sir Powys. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Knighton?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Knighton sits at: Latitude 52° 20' 33" N and Longitude 3° 2' 49" W. 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 Knighton?

Knighton has a population of approximately 3,719 people. This is roughly 0.119% of Wales's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Wales.

🗺 How can I view Knighton on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Knighton is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 52.3425, -3.0471 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Knighton in Wales. For broader context, explore the Wales state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Knighton?

The nearest airport to Knighton is Birmingham Airport (BHX), roughly 89 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Knighton from Cardiff?

Knighton is approximately 96 km (60 mi) from Cardiff, the capital of Wales, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Wales.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Knighton?

Knighton sits at an elevation of approximately 184 meters (604 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Wales.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Knighton?

The closest cities to Knighton include Whitton, Presteigne, Penybont. 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 Knighton today?

Today in Knighton, sunrise is at 05:50 AM and sunset is at 08:43 PM, giving a day length of 14h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Knighton's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Knighton from the Equator?

Knighton is approximately 5,827 km (3,621 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 207 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 Knighton?

The antipodal point of Knighton — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, roughly 839 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 Knighton from London, the capital of United Kingdom?

Knighton is approximately 221 km (137 mi) SE of London, the national capital of United Kingdom, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.