Current Date And Time In North Carolina, United States
Monday, 03 August 2026
09:37:27 PDT
Capital: Raleigh
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 11,046,024
Area: 139,390.00 km²
State Code: NC
Explore the interactive satellite map of North Carolina, a state or administrative region of United States, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for North Carolina — 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 North Carolina in United States.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United States operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 35.7596° N | 79.0193° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 35.7596 | -79.0193 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 35° 45' 34" N | 79° 1' 9" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 35° 45.5744' N | 79° 1.158' W |
| State / Region | North Carolina (State of North Carolina) |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Raleigh |
| State Code | NC |
| Time Zone | -10:00 to -05:00 |
| Districts | 100 |
| Population | 11,046,024 |
| Area (km²) | 139,390.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 53,818.76 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 36.83 /km² |
| Elevation | 67 m / 219 ft |
| Area Rank | #28 in United States |
| Population Rank | #9 of 46 in United States |
| GPS (DD) | 35.7596, -79.0193 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from North Carolina 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 United States.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | United States | N | 189 km | 117 mi | ~2h 22m | 🗺 View |
| South Carolina | United States | SW | 290 km | 180 mi | ~3h 37m | 🗺 View |
| West Virginia | United States | N | 340 km | 211 mi | ~4h 15m | 🗺 View |
| District of Columbia | United States | NE | 391 km | 243 mi | ~4h 54m | 🗺 View |
| Maryland | United States | NE | 421 km | 262 mi | ~5h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Delaware | United States | NE | 467 km | 290 mi | ~5h 50m | 🗺 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 North Carolina, along with each city's aerial distance from Raleigh, North Carolina'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | 35.2271° N | -80.8431° W | 229 m | 209 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Raleigh | 35.7721° N | -78.6386° W | 96 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| West Raleigh | 35.7868° N | -78.6639° W | 122 m | 3 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Greensboro | 36.0726° N | -79.792° W | 266 m | 109 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Durham | 35.994° N | -78.8986° W | 123 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Winston-Salem | 36.0999° N | -80.2442° W | 293 m | 149 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Fayetteville | 35.0527° N | -78.8784° W | 29 m | 83 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Cary | 35.7915° N | -78.7811° W | 152 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Wilmington | 34.2356° N | -77.946° W | 9 m | 182 km | 🗺 View Map |
| High Point | 35.9557° N | -80.0053° W | 281 m | 125 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of North Carolina is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across United States. 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 North Carolina on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in United States.
The satellite view of North Carolina 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 United States national map
North Carolina occupies a distinct geographic zone within United States in the North America 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 North Carolina 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 United States. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for North Carolina 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 United States. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of North Carolina are latitude 35.7596° and longitude -79.0193°. In directional format: 35.7596° N, 79.0193° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of North Carolina in United States and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
North Carolina is a state or administrative region of United States, located in North America. Its capital city is Raleigh. View the exact position of North Carolina on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, North Carolina is at: Latitude 35° 45' 34" N and Longitude 79° 1' 9" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
North Carolina covers a total area of approximately 139,390.00 km² (53,818.76 mi²). This is roughly 1.45% of United States's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of North Carolina is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 35.7596, -79.0193 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate North Carolina in United States. For broader context, explore the United States national map or nearby states.
Today in North Carolina, sunrise is at 03:24 AM and sunset is at 05:20 PM, giving a day length of 13h 55m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from North Carolina's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
North Carolina is approximately 3,981 km (2,474 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 7,138 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of North Carolina — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Gnarabup, Australia, roughly 1,292 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.
Raleigh, the capital of North Carolina, is approximately 330 km (205 mi) N of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
