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Medina, Minas Gerais, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Medina, Brazil

Thursday, 13 August 2026
14:37:36 BRT
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 20,156
District: Medina

🗺 Map of Medina, Minas Gerais, Brazil – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Medina, a city in Minas Gerais, 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 Medina — 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 Medina.

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 Medina, Minas Gerais

📍 LATITUDE
16.223°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
41.477°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)16.2225° S41.4769° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-16.2225-41.4769
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)16° 13' 21" S41° 28' 37" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)16° 13.35' S41° 28.6164' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Medina Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:03 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:38 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 34m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:50 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Medina’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,806 km
(1,122 mi) • Medina is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,433 km
(2,755 mi) • Medina is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
16.223° N, 138.523° E
The point exactly opposite Medina through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Medina, you'd surface nearest to Apra Harbor, Guam, about 728 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 Medina

📍 Location Details

CityMedina
StateMinas Gerais (Estado de Minas Gerais)
CountryBrazil
ContinentSouth America
DistrictMedina
Time Zone-05:00 to -02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population20,156
Elevation572 m / 1,877 ft
GPS (DD)-16.2225, -41.4769

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Medina

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Minas Gerais
Parent Country: Brazil

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 20,156
🏆 State Rank: #186 of 849 most populous in Minas Gerais
🏠 Share of Minas Gerais Population: 0.094%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Medina 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 Minas Gerais.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Cachoeira de PajeúMinas GeraisN29 km18 mi~29m🗺 View
Pedra AzulMinas GeraisNE31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
Santa Cruz de SalinasMinas GeraisNW32 km20 mi~32m🗺 View
ComercinhoMinas GeraisW35 km22 mi~35m🗺 View
ItaobimMinas GeraisS38 km23 mi~38m🗺 View
Curral de DentroMinas GeraisNW50 km31 mi~50m🗺 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 Medina to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Belo Horizonte
487 km (302 mi)
SW of Medina • ~8h 7m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Brasilia
691 km (430 mi)
W of Medina • ~11h 31m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Minas Gerais

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Belo Horizonte-19.9208° S-43.9378° W888 m0 km🗺 View Map
Contagem-19.9317° S-44.0536° W945 m12 km🗺 View Map
Juiz de Fora-21.7642° S-43.3503° W707 m214 km🗺 View Map
Uberlândia-18.9186° S-48.2772° W867 m468 km🗺 View Map
Montes Claros-16.735° S-43.8617° W686 m354 km🗺 View Map
Betim-19.9678° S-44.1983° W834 m28 km🗺 View Map
Uberaba-19.7483° S-47.9319° W772 m418 km🗺 View Map
Ribeirão das Neves-19.7669° S-44.0867° W804 m23 km🗺 View Map
Governador Valadares-18.8511° S-41.9494° W169 m240 km🗺 View Map
Divinópolis-20.1436° S-44.8907° W747 m103 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Glauber de Andrade Rocha Airport
IATA: VDC
158 km (98 mi) from Medina
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🌍 Medina Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Medina Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Medina

The satellite view of Medina 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 Medina in Minas Gerais

Medina sits within Minas Gerais, 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 Medina Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Medina 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 Minas Gerais. › Browse every city in Minas Gerais

💻 Using Medina Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Medina 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 Medina Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Medina Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Medina?

The GPS coordinates of Medina are latitude -16.2225° and longitude -41.4769°. In directional format: 16.2225° S, 41.4769° W. These coordinates mark the center of Medina in Minas Gerais and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Medina located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Medina?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Medina sits at: Latitude 16° 13' 21" S and Longitude 41° 28' 37" 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 Medina?

Medina has a population of approximately 20,156 people. This is roughly 0.094% of Minas Gerais's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Minas Gerais.

🗺 How can I view Medina on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Medina is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -16.2225, -41.4769 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Medina in Minas Gerais. For broader context, explore the Minas Gerais state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Medina?

The nearest airport to Medina is Glauber de Andrade Rocha Airport (VDC), roughly 158 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Medina from Belo Horizonte?

Medina is approximately 487 km (302 mi) from Belo Horizonte, the capital of Minas Gerais, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Minas Gerais.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Medina?

Medina sits at an elevation of approximately 572 meters (1,877 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Minas Gerais.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Medina?

The closest cities to Medina include Cachoeira de Pajeú, Pedra Azul, Santa Cruz de Salinas. 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 Medina today?

Today in Medina, sunrise is at 06:03 AM and sunset is at 05:38 PM, giving a day length of 11h 34m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Medina's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Medina from the Equator?

Medina is approximately 1,806 km (1,122 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,433 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 Medina?

The antipodal point of Medina — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Apra Harbor, Guam, roughly 728 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 Medina from Brasilia, the capital of Brazil?

Medina is approximately 691 km (430 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.