Current Date And Time In Santa Cruz, Argentina
Monday, 13 July 2026
04:15:37 ART
Capital: Río Gallegos
Currency: Argentine Peso (ARS)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (ART)
Population: 333,473
Area: 243,943.00 km²
State Code: Z
Explore the interactive satellite map of Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz — 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 Santa Cruz 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) | 48.7737° S | 69.1917° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -48.7737 | -69.1917 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 48° 46' 25" S | 69° 11' 30" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 48° 46.421' S | 69° 11.503' W |
| State / Region | Santa Cruz |
| Country | Argentina |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Río Gallegos |
| State Code | Z |
| Time Zone | -03:00 |
| Population | 333,473 |
| Area (km²) | 243,943.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 94,186.88 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 0.54 /km² |
| Elevation | 269 m / 881 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -48.7737, -69.1917 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Santa Cruz 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 | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chubut | Argentina | 566 km | 352 mi | ~7h 4m | 🗺 View |
| Tierra del Fuego | Argentina | 623 km | 387 mi | ~7h 48m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Santa Cruz. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Río Gallegos | 95,796 | -51.6253° S | -69.2523° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Caleta Olivia | 36,077 | -46.4479° S | -67.5227° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Pico Truncado | 14,985 | -46.7994° S | -67.9579° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Puerto Deseado | 10,237 | -47.7513° S | -65.8967° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Las Heras | 9,303 | -46.5413° S | -68.9323° W | 🗺 View Map |
| El Calafate | 8,000 | -50.3408° S | -72.2768° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Río Turbio | 6,650 | -51.5359° S | -72.3367° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Yacimientos Río Turbio | 6,650 | -51.5364° S | -72.3379° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Puerto San Julián | 6,143 | -49.307° S | -67.7298° W | 🗺 View Map |
| 28 de Noviembre | 4,686 | -51.5839° S | -72.2138° W | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Argentina.
The satellite view of Santa Cruz 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
Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz are latitude -48.7737° and longitude -69.1917°. In directional format: 48.7737° S, 69.1917° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Santa Cruz in Argentina and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Santa Cruz is a state or administrative region of Argentina, located in South America. Its capital city is Río Gallegos. View the exact position of Santa Cruz on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Santa Cruz is at: Latitude 48° 46' 25" S and Longitude 69° 11' 30" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Santa Cruz covers a total area of approximately 243,943.00 km² (94,186.88 mi²). This is roughly 8.82% of Argentina's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Santa Cruz is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -48.7737, -69.1917 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Santa Cruz in Argentina. For broader context, explore the Argentina national map or nearby states.
