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Comet, Queensland, Australia – Australia Flag

Current Date And Time In Comet, Australia

Friday, 14 August 2026
01:08:15 AEST
State: Queensland
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Timezone: UTC +10:00 (AEST)
Population: 680
District: Central Highlands (Qld)

🗺 Map of Comet, Queensland, Australia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Comet, a city in Queensland, Australia, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Comet 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 Comet.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Australia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Comet, Queensland

📍 LATITUDE
23.6°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
148.55°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)23.6° S148.55° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-23.6148.55
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)23° 36' 0" S148° 33' 0" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)23° 36' S148° 33' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Comet Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:32 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:49 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 17m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:10 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Comet’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,627 km
(1,632 mi) • Comet is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,154 km
(9,416 mi) • Comet is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
23.6° N, 31.45° W
The point exactly opposite Comet through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Comet, you'd surface nearest to Ponta do Sol, Cabo Verde, about 972 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 Comet

📍 Location Details

CityComet
StateQueensland
CountryAustralia
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
DistrictCentral Highlands (Qld)
Time Zone+08:00 to +10:30

📈 Area & Population

Population680
Elevation167 m / 548 ft
GPS (DD)-23.6, 148.55

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Comet

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Queensland
Parent Country: Australia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 680
🏆 State Rank: #938 of 1058 most populous in Queensland
🏠 Share of Queensland Population: 0.012%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Comet 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 Queensland.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
BlackwaterQueenslandE34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
EmeraldQueenslandW41 km25 mi~41m🗺 View
BluffQueenslandE53 km33 mi~53m🗺 View
TieriQueenslandN66 km41 mi~1h 6m🗺 View
SpringsureQueenslandSW74 km46 mi~1h 14m🗺 View
The GemfieldsQueenslandW77 km48 mi~1h 17m🗺 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 Comet to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Brisbane
622 km (386 mi)
SE of Comet • ~10h 22m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Canberra
1,300 km (808 mi)
S of Comet • ~21h 40m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Queensland

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Brisbane-27.4679° S153.0281° E27 m0 km🗺 View Map
Gold Coast-28.0003° S153.4309° E12 m71 km🗺 View Map
Sunshine Coast-26.6568° S153.0796° E9 m90 km🗺 View Map
Logan City-27.6392° S153.1094° E39 m21 km🗺 View Map
Townsville-19.2664° S146.8057° E15 m1,111 km🗺 View Map
Cairns-16.9237° S145.7661° E7 m1,390 km🗺 View Map
Toowoomba-27.5606° S151.9539° E599 m106 km🗺 View Map
Mackay-21.1535° S149.1655° E11 m804 km🗺 View Map
Caloundra-26.8035° S153.122° E8 m74 km🗺 View Map
Rockhampton-23.3803° S150.506° E13 m520 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Emerald Airport
IATA: EMD
38 km (24 mi) from Comet
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🌍 Comet Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Comet Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Comet

The satellite view of Comet 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 Australia map

🌎 Regional Position of Comet in Queensland

Comet sits within Queensland, Australia, in the Australia And Oceania 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 Comet Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Comet 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 Queensland. › Browse every city in Queensland

💻 Using Comet Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Comet 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 Australia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Comet Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Comet Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Comet?

The GPS coordinates of Comet are latitude -23.6° and longitude 148.55°. In directional format: 23.6° S, 148.55° E. These coordinates mark the center of Comet in Queensland and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Comet located?

Comet is a city in Queensland, Australia, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. It falls within Central Highlands (Qld). View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Comet?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Comet sits at: Latitude 23° 36' 0" S and Longitude 148° 33' 0" E. 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 Comet?

Comet has a population of approximately 680 people. This is roughly 0.012% of Queensland's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Queensland.

🗺 How can I view Comet on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Comet is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -23.6, 148.55 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Comet in Queensland. For broader context, explore the Queensland state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Comet?

The nearest airport to Comet is Emerald Airport (EMD), roughly 38 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Comet from Brisbane?

Comet is approximately 622 km (386 mi) from Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Queensland.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Comet?

Comet sits at an elevation of approximately 167 meters (548 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Queensland.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Comet?

The closest cities to Comet include Blackwater, Emerald, Bluff. 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 Comet today?

Today in Comet, sunrise is at 06:32 AM and sunset is at 05:49 PM, giving a day length of 11h 17m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Comet's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Comet from the Equator?

Comet is approximately 2,627 km (1,632 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 15,154 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 Comet?

The antipodal point of Comet — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Ponta do Sol, Cabo Verde, roughly 972 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 Comet from Canberra, the capital of Australia?

Comet is approximately 1,300 km (808 mi) S of Canberra, the national capital of Australia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.