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Santa Elena, Cayo District, Belize – Belize Flag

Current Date And Time In Santa Elena, Belize

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
00:27:20 CST
Currency: Belize Dollar (BZD)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Population: 8,587

🗺 Map of Santa Elena, Cayo District, Belize – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Santa Elena, a city in Cayo District, Belize, 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 Santa Elena 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 Santa Elena.

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 Belize operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Santa Elena, Cayo District

📍 LATITUDE
17.161°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
89.055°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)17.1614° N89.0546° W
Signed Decimal Degrees17.1614-89.0546
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)17° 9' 41" N89° 3' 17" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)17° 9.6852' N89° 3.2772' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Santa Elena Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:37 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:24 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 46m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:01 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Santa Elena’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,910 km
(1,187 mi) • Santa Elena is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,472 km
(5,886 mi) • Santa Elena is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
17.161° S, 90.945° E
The point exactly opposite Santa Elena through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Santa Elena, you'd surface nearest to Manna, Indonesia, about 1,921 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 Santa Elena

📍 Location Details

CitySanta Elena
StateCayo District (Cayo)
CountryBelize
ContinentNorth America
Time Zone-06:00

📈 Area & Population

Population8,587
Elevation94 m / 308 ft
GPS (DD)17.1614, -89.0546

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Santa Elena

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Cayo District
Parent Country: Belize

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 8,587
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 35 most populous in Cayo District
🏠 Share of Cayo District Population: 9.194%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Santa Elena 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 Cayo District.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
San IgnacioCayo DistrictW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
EsperanzaCayo DistrictNE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
Cristo ReyCayo DistrictS3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Santa FamiliaCayo DistrictNW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
Billy WhiteCayo DistrictN6 km3 mi~6m🗺 View
Bullet Tree FallsCayo DistrictW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 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 Santa Elena to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • San Ignacio
2 km (1 mi)
W of Santa Elena • ~2m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Belmopan
33 km (20 mi)
E of Santa Elena • ~33m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Cayo District

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Belmopan17.2538° N-88.764° W56 m34 km🗺 View Map
San Ignacio17.1588° N-89.0696° W60 m0 km🗺 View Map
Benque Viejo el Carmen17.075° N-89.1392° W89 m12 km🗺 View Map
Bullet Tree Falls17.168° N-89.111° W69 m5 km🗺 View Map
Valley of Peace17.3347° N-88.8347° W80 m32 km🗺 View Map
Camelote17.2388° N-88.8274° W78 m27 km🗺 View Map
Spanish Lookout17.2628° N-89.0092° W105 m13 km🗺 View Map
San Antonio17.0786° N-89.0236° W182 m10 km🗺 View Map
Santa Familia17.1859° N-89.0744° W62 m3 km🗺 View Map
Roaring Creek17.2595° N-88.7962° W46 m31 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Dangriga Airport
IATA: DGA
90 km (56 mi) from Santa Elena
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🌍 Santa Elena Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Santa Elena Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Santa Elena

The satellite view of Santa Elena 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 Belize map

🌎 Regional Position of Santa Elena in Cayo District

Santa Elena sits within Cayo District, Belize, in the North 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 Santa Elena Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Santa Elena 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 Cayo District. › Browse every city in Cayo District

💻 Using Santa Elena Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Santa Elena 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 Belize. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Santa Elena Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Santa Elena Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Santa Elena?

The GPS coordinates of Santa Elena are latitude 17.1614° and longitude -89.0546°. In directional format: 17.1614° N, 89.0546° W. These coordinates mark the center of Santa Elena in Cayo District and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Santa Elena located?

Santa Elena is a city in Cayo District, Belize, on the continent of North America. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Santa Elena?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Santa Elena sits at: Latitude 17° 9' 41" N and Longitude 89° 3' 17" 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 Santa Elena?

Santa Elena has a population of approximately 8,587 people. This is roughly 9.194% of Cayo District's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Cayo District.

🗺 How can I view Santa Elena on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Santa Elena is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 17.1614, -89.0546 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Santa Elena in Cayo District. For broader context, explore the Cayo District state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Santa Elena?

The nearest airport to Santa Elena is Dangriga Airport (DGA), roughly 90 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Santa Elena from San Ignacio?

Santa Elena is approximately 2 km (1 mi) from San Ignacio, the capital of Cayo District, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Cayo District.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Santa Elena?

Santa Elena sits at an elevation of approximately 94 meters (308 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Cayo District.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Santa Elena?

The closest cities to Santa Elena include San Ignacio, Esperanza, Cristo Rey. 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 Santa Elena today?

Today in Santa Elena, sunrise is at 05:37 AM and sunset is at 06:24 PM, giving a day length of 12h 46m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Santa Elena's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Santa Elena from the Equator?

Santa Elena is approximately 1,910 km (1,187 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,472 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 Santa Elena?

The antipodal point of Santa Elena — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Manna, Indonesia, roughly 1,921 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 Santa Elena from Belmopan, the capital of Belize?

Santa Elena is approximately 33 km (20 mi) E of Belmopan, the national capital of Belize, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.