Current Date And Time In La Rioja, Argentina
Thursday, 06 August 2026
23:05:16 ART
Capital: La Rioja
Currency: Argentine Peso (ARS)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (ART)
Population: 384,607
Area: 89,680.00 km²
State Code: F
Explore the interactive satellite map of La Rioja, a state or administrative region of Argentina, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for La Rioja — 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 La Rioja in Argentina.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Argentina operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 29.4135° S | 66.8565° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -29.4135 | -66.8565 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 29° 24' 48" S | 66° 51' 23" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 29° 24.8072' S | 66° 51.3875' W |
| State / Region | La Rioja (Provincia de La Rioja) |
| Country | Argentina |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | La Rioja |
| State Code | F |
| Time Zone | -03:00 |
| Districts | 18 |
| Population | 384,607 |
| Area (km²) | 89,680.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 34,625.63 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 1.73 /km² |
| Elevation | 516 m / 1,694 ft |
| Area Rank | #14 in Argentina |
| Population Rank | #21 of 24 in Argentina |
| GPS (DD) | -29.4135, -66.8565 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from La Rioja 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 Argentina.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catamarca | Argentina | NE | 148 km | 92 mi | ~1h 51m | 🗺 View |
| San Juan | Argentina | SW | 286 km | 178 mi | ~3h 34m | 🗺 View |
| Santiago del Estero | Argentina | NE | 311 km | 193 mi | ~3h 53m | 🗺 View |
| Tucuman | Argentina | NE | 331 km | 206 mi | ~4h 8m | 🗺 View |
| Cordoba | Argentina | SE | 339 km | 211 mi | ~4h 15m | 🗺 View |
| Mendoza | Argentina | SW | 430 km | 267 mi | ~5h 23m | 🗺 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 La Rioja, along with each city's aerial distance from La Rioja, La Rioja'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Rioja | -29.4133° S | -66.8564° W | 493 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chilecito | -29.1616° S | -67.4993° W | 1,107 m | 68 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Aimogasta | -28.56° S | -66.8074° W | 828 m | 95 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Arauco | -28.5807° S | -66.7925° W | 816 m | 93 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chamical | -30.3594° S | -66.3139° W | 473 m | 117 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Castro Barros | -30.5802° S | -65.7263° W | 236 m | 169 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vinchina | -28.7596° S | -68.2069° W | 1,460 m | 150 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Villa Bustos | -29.2864° S | -67.0207° W | 1,021 m | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Aminga | -28.8477° S | -66.9302° W | 1,338 m | 63 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chepes | -31.3436° S | -66.5889° W | 650 m | 216 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of La Rioja is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Argentina. 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 La Rioja on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Argentina.
The satellite view of La Rioja 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 Argentina national map
La Rioja occupies a distinct geographic zone within Argentina in the South 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 La Rioja 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 Argentina. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for La Rioja 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 Argentina. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of La Rioja are latitude -29.4135° and longitude -66.8565°. In directional format: 29.4135° S, 66.8565° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of La Rioja in Argentina and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
La Rioja is a state or administrative region of Argentina, located in South America. Its capital city is La Rioja. View the exact position of La Rioja on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, La Rioja is at: Latitude 29° 24' 48" S and Longitude 66° 51' 23" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
La Rioja covers a total area of approximately 89,680.00 km² (34,625.63 mi²). This is roughly 3.24% of Argentina's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of La Rioja is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -29.4135, -66.8565 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate La Rioja in Argentina. For broader context, explore the Argentina national map or nearby states.
Today in La Rioja, sunrise is at 08:05 AM and sunset is at 07:00 PM, giving a day length of 10h 54m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from La Rioja's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
La Rioja is approximately 3,274 km (2,035 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 6,483 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of La Rioja — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Wulipai, China, roughly 6 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.
