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Cafayate, Salta, Argentina – Argentina Flag

Current Date And Time In Cafayate, Argentina

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
06:51:43 ART
State: Salta
Currency: Argentine Peso (ARS)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (ART)
Population: 11,785
District: Cafayate

🗺 Map of Cafayate, Salta, Argentina – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Cafayate, a city in Salta, 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 Cafayate — 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 Cafayate.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Cafayate, Salta

📍 LATITUDE
26.073°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
65.978°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)26.0729° S65.9777° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-26.0729-65.9777
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)26° 4' 22" S65° 58' 40" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)26° 4.3716' S65° 58.6596' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Cafayate Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:53 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:04 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 10m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:28 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Cafayate’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,902 km
(1,803 mi) • Cafayate is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
6,597 km
(4,099 mi) • Cafayate is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
26.073° N, 114.022° E
The point exactly opposite Cafayate through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Cafayate, you'd surface nearest to Guidong Chengguanzhen, China, about 8 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 Cafayate

📍 Location Details

CityCafayate
StateSalta (Provincia de Salta)
CountryArgentina
ContinentSouth America
DistrictCafayate
Time Zone-03:00
Founded1840-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population11,785
Elevation1,625 m / 5,332 ft
GPS (DD)-26.0729, -65.9777

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Cafayate

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Salta
Parent Country: Argentina

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 11,785
🏆 State Rank: #8 of 18 most populous in Salta
🏠 Share of Salta Population: 0.818%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Cafayate 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 Salta.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
San CarlosSaltaN21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View
GuachipasSaltaNE77 km48 mi~1h 17m🗺 View
MolinosSaltaNW77 km48 mi~1h 17m🗺 View
La ViñaSaltaNE79 km49 mi~1h 19m🗺 View
La CandelariaSaltaE93 km58 mi~1h 33m🗺 View
Rosario de la FronteraSaltaE105 km65 mi~1h 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 Cafayate to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Salta
152 km (94 mi)
N of Cafayate • ~2h 32m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Buenos Aires
1,196 km (743 mi)
SE of Cafayate • ~19h 56m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Salta

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Salta-24.8065° S-65.42° W1,054 m0 km🗺 View Map
San Ramón de la Nueva Orán-23.1371° S-64.3243° W358 m216 km🗺 View Map
Tartagal-22.5168° S-63.8056° W467 m303 km🗺 View Map
Profesor Salvador Mazza-22.049° S-63.6908° W602 m354 km🗺 View Map
Embarcación-23.21° S-64.0997° W292 m222 km🗺 View Map
General Mosconi-22.5962° S-63.811° W453 m295 km🗺 View Map
Joaquín V. González-25.1136° S-64.1263° W380 m135 km🗺 View Map
El Quebrachal-25.2833° S-64.0667° W355 m146 km🗺 View Map
El Carril-25.0719° S-65.493° W1,259 m30 km🗺 View Map
Las Lajitas-24.7276° S-64.1934° W474 m124 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Teniente Benjamín Matienzo International Airport
IATA: TUC
122 km (76 mi) from Cafayate
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🌍 Cafayate Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Cafayate Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Cafayate

The satellite view of Cafayate 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 Argentina map

🌎 Regional Position of Cafayate in Salta

Cafayate sits within Salta, Argentina, in the South America 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 Cafayate Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Cafayate 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 Salta. › Browse every city in Salta

💻 Using Cafayate Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Cafayate 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 Argentina. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Cafayate Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Cafayate Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Cafayate?

The GPS coordinates of Cafayate are latitude -26.0729° and longitude -65.9777°. In directional format: 26.0729° S, 65.9777° W. These coordinates mark the center of Cafayate in Salta and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Cafayate located?

Cafayate is a city in Salta, Argentina, on the continent of South America. It falls within Cafayate. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Cafayate?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Cafayate sits at: Latitude 26° 4' 22" S and Longitude 65° 58' 40" 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 Cafayate?

Cafayate has a population of approximately 11,785 people. This is roughly 0.818% of Salta's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Salta.

🗺 How can I view Cafayate on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Cafayate is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -26.0729, -65.9777 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Cafayate in Salta. For broader context, explore the Salta state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Cafayate?

The nearest airport to Cafayate is Teniente Benjamín Matienzo International Airport (TUC), roughly 122 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Cafayate from Salta?

Cafayate is approximately 152 km (94 mi) from Salta, the capital of Salta, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Salta.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Cafayate?

Cafayate sits at an elevation of approximately 1,625 meters (5,332 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Salta.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Cafayate?

The closest cities to Cafayate include San Carlos, Guachipas, Molinos. 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 Cafayate today?

Today in Cafayate, sunrise is at 07:53 AM and sunset is at 07:04 PM, giving a day length of 11h 10m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Cafayate's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Cafayate from the Equator?

Cafayate is approximately 2,902 km (1,803 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 6,597 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 Cafayate?

The antipodal point of Cafayate — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Guidong Chengguanzhen, China, roughly 8 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 Cafayate from Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina?

Cafayate is approximately 1,196 km (743 mi) SE of Buenos Aires, the national capital of Argentina, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.