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Rio de Contas, Bahia, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Rio de Contas, Brazil

Thursday, 13 August 2026
08:57:33 BRT
State: Bahia
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 13,184
District: Rio de Contas

🗺 Map of Rio de Contas, Bahia, Brazil – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Rio de Contas, a city in Bahia, Brazil, 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 Rio de Contas — 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 Rio de Contas.

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 Brazil operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Rio de Contas, Bahia

📍 LATITUDE
13.585°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
41.816°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)13.5853° S41.8162° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-13.5853-41.8162
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)13° 35' 7" S41° 48' 58" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)13° 35.118' S41° 48.9744' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Rio de Contas Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:01 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:42 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 40m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:52 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Rio de Contas’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Rio de Contas’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,512 km
(940 mi) • Rio de Contas is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,525 km
(2,812 mi) • Rio de Contas is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
13.585° N, 138.184° E
The point exactly opposite Rio de Contas through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Rio de Contas, you'd surface nearest to Rumung, Micronesia, about 441 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 Rio de Contas

📍 Location Details

CityRio de Contas
StateBahia
CountryBrazil
ContinentSouth America
DistrictRio de Contas
Time Zone-05:00 to -02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population13,184
Elevation994 m / 3,261 ft
GPS (DD)-13.5853, -41.8162

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Rio de Contas

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Bahia
Parent Country: Brazil

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 13,184
🏆 State Rank: #280 of 427 most populous in Bahia
🏠 Share of Bahia Population: 0.088%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rio de Contas 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 Bahia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Livramento de Nossa SenhoraBahiaSW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Livramento do BrumadoBahiaSW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
Dom BasílioBahiaS20 km12 mi~20m🗺 View
JussiapeBahiaE25 km16 mi~25m🗺 View
Érico CardosoBahiaNW40 km25 mi~40m🗺 View
AbaíraBahiaNE41 km25 mi~41m🗺 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 Rio de Contas to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Salvador
366 km (228 mi)
E of Rio de Contas • ~6h 6m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Brasilia
701 km (436 mi)
W of Rio de Contas • ~11h 41m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Bahia

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Salvador-12.9756° S-38.491° W4 m0 km🗺 View Map
Feira de Santana-12.2667° S-38.9667° W223 m94 km🗺 View Map
Vitória da Conquista-14.8661° S-40.8394° W876 m329 km🗺 View Map
Juazeiro-9.4117° S-40.4986° W370 m453 km🗺 View Map
Itabuna-14.7856° S-39.2803° W69 m219 km🗺 View Map
Lauro de Freitas-12.8944° S-38.3272° W10 m20 km🗺 View Map
Camaçari-12.6975° S-38.3242° W29 m36 km🗺 View Map
Porto Seguro-16.4497° S-39.0647° W4 m391 km🗺 View Map
Barreiras-12.1528° S-44.99° W472 m711 km🗺 View Map
Ilhéus-14.7991° S-39.0323° W-211 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Glauber de Andrade Rocha Airport
IATA: VDC
176 km (110 mi) from Rio de Contas
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🌍 Rio de Contas Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Rio de Contas Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Rio de Contas

The satellite view of Rio de Contas 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 Brazil map

🌎 Regional Position of Rio de Contas in Bahia

Rio de Contas sits within Bahia, Brazil, 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 Rio de Contas Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Rio de Contas 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 Bahia. › Browse every city in Bahia

💻 Using Rio de Contas Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Rio de Contas 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 Brazil. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Rio de Contas Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Rio de Contas Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Rio de Contas?

The GPS coordinates of Rio de Contas are latitude -13.5853° and longitude -41.8162°. In directional format: 13.5853° S, 41.8162° W. These coordinates mark the center of Rio de Contas in Bahia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Rio de Contas located?

Rio de Contas is a city in Bahia, Brazil, on the continent of South America. It falls within Rio de Contas. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Rio de Contas?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rio de Contas sits at: Latitude 13° 35' 7" S and Longitude 41° 48' 58" 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 Rio de Contas?

Rio de Contas has a population of approximately 13,184 people. This is roughly 0.088% of Bahia's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Bahia.

🗺 How can I view Rio de Contas on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Rio de Contas is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -13.5853, -41.8162 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rio de Contas in Bahia. For broader context, explore the Bahia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Rio de Contas?

The nearest airport to Rio de Contas is Glauber de Andrade Rocha Airport (VDC), roughly 176 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Rio de Contas from Salvador?

Rio de Contas is approximately 366 km (228 mi) from Salvador, the capital of Bahia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Bahia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Rio de Contas?

Rio de Contas sits at an elevation of approximately 994 meters (3,261 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Bahia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Rio de Contas?

The closest cities to Rio de Contas include Livramento de Nossa Senhora, Livramento do Brumado, Dom Basílio. 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 Rio de Contas today?

Today in Rio de Contas, sunrise is at 06:01 AM and sunset is at 05:42 PM, giving a day length of 11h 40m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rio de Contas's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Rio de Contas from the Equator?

Rio de Contas is approximately 1,512 km (940 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,525 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 Rio de Contas?

The antipodal point of Rio de Contas — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Rumung, Micronesia, roughly 441 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 Rio de Contas from Brasilia, the capital of Brazil?

Rio de Contas is approximately 701 km (436 mi) W of Brasilia, the national capital of Brazil, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.