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Rio Casca, Minas Gerais, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Rio Casca, Brazil

Thursday, 13 August 2026
16:38:32 BRT
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 12,789
District: Rio Casca

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


Explore the interactive satellite map of Rio Casca, 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 Rio Casca — 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 Casca.

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 Casca, Minas Gerais

📍 LATITUDE
20.226°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
42.651°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)20.2261° S42.6508° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-20.2261-42.6508
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)20° 13' 34" S42° 39' 3" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)20° 13.5666' S42° 39.0498' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Rio Casca Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:11 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:38 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 26m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:55 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Rio Casca’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,252 km
(1,399 mi) • Rio Casca is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,455 km
(2,768 mi) • Rio Casca is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
20.226° N, 137.349° E
The point exactly opposite Rio Casca through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Rio Casca, you'd surface nearest to Minamidaito, Japan, about 883 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 Casca

📍 Location Details

CityRio Casca
StateMinas Gerais (Estado de Minas Gerais)
CountryBrazil
ContinentSouth America
DistrictRio Casca
Time Zone-05:00 to -02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population12,789
Elevation336 m / 1,102 ft
GPS (DD)-20.2261, -42.6508

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 12,789
🏆 State Rank: #285 of 849 most populous in Minas Gerais
🏠 Share of Minas Gerais Population: 0.060%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rio Casca 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
Piedade de Ponte NovaMinas GeraisW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
Santo Antônio do GramaMinas GeraisSE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
São Pedro dos FerrosMinas GeraisNE15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
UrucâniaMinas GeraisSW17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
Santa Cruz do EscalvadoMinas GeraisW17 km11 mi~17m🗺 View
Abre CampoMinas GeraisSE20 km12 mi~20m🗺 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 Casca to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Belo Horizonte
139 km (86 mi)
W of Rio Casca • ~2h 19m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Brasilia
746 km (463 mi)
NW of Rio Casca • ~12h 26m 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 Rio Casca, 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
Usiminas Airport
IATA: IPN
86 km (53 mi) from Rio Casca
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🌍 Rio Casca Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Rio Casca Matter

The exact GPS location of Rio Casca 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 Rio Casca 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 Casca 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 Casca

The satellite view of Rio Casca 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 Casca in Minas Gerais

Rio Casca 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 Rio Casca Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Rio Casca 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 Rio Casca Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Rio Casca 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 Casca Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Rio Casca 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 Casca. 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 Rio Casca Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Rio Casca?

The GPS coordinates of Rio Casca are latitude -20.2261° and longitude -42.6508°. In directional format: 20.2261° S, 42.6508° W. These coordinates mark the center of Rio Casca in Minas Gerais and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Rio Casca located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Rio Casca?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rio Casca sits at: Latitude 20° 13' 34" S and Longitude 42° 39' 3" 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 Casca?

Rio Casca has a population of approximately 12,789 people. This is roughly 0.060% 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 Rio Casca on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Rio Casca is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -20.2261, -42.6508 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rio Casca in Minas Gerais. For broader context, explore the Minas Gerais state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Rio Casca?

The nearest airport to Rio Casca is Usiminas Airport (IPN), roughly 86 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Rio Casca from Belo Horizonte?

Rio Casca is approximately 139 km (86 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 Rio Casca?

Rio Casca sits at an elevation of approximately 336 meters (1,102 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 Rio Casca?

The closest cities to Rio Casca include Piedade de Ponte Nova, Santo Antônio do Grama, São Pedro dos Ferros. 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 Casca today?

Today in Rio Casca, sunrise is at 06:11 AM and sunset is at 05:38 PM, giving a day length of 11h 26m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rio Casca's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Rio Casca from the Equator?

Rio Casca is approximately 2,252 km (1,399 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,455 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 Casca?

The antipodal point of Rio Casca — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Minamidaito, Japan, roughly 883 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 Casca from Brasilia, the capital of Brazil?

Rio Casca is approximately 746 km (463 mi) NW of Brasilia, the national capital of Brazil, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.