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Santa Helena de Minas, Minas Gerais, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Santa Helena de Minas, Brazil

Thursday, 13 August 2026
10:42:12 BRT
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 5,938
District: Santa Helena de Minas

🗺 Map of Santa Helena de Minas, Minas Gerais, Brazil – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Santa Helena de Minas, 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 Santa Helena de Minas — 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 Helena de Minas.

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 Santa Helena de Minas, Minas Gerais

📍 LATITUDE
16.939°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
40.683°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)16.9386° S40.6828° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-16.9386-40.6828
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)16° 56' 19" S40° 40' 58" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)16° 56.3148' S40° 40.9668' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Santa Helena de Minas Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:00 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:34 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 33m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:47 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Santa Helena de Minas’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Santa Helena de Minas’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,886 km
(1,172 mi) • Santa Helena de Minas is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,332 km
(2,692 mi) • Santa Helena de Minas is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
16.939° N, 139.317° E
The point exactly opposite Santa Helena de Minas through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Santa Helena de Minas, you'd surface nearest to Apra Harbor, Guam, about 693 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 Helena de Minas

📍 Location Details

CitySanta Helena de Minas
StateMinas Gerais (Estado de Minas Gerais)
CountryBrazil
ContinentSouth America
DistrictSanta Helena de Minas
Time Zone-05:00 to -02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population5,938
Elevation305 m / 1,001 ft
GPS (DD)-16.9386, -40.6828

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Santa Helena de Minas

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 5,938
🏆 State Rank: #541 of 849 most populous in Minas Gerais
🏠 Share of Minas Gerais Population: 0.028%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Santa Helena de Minas 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
MachacalisMinas GeraisS16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
BertópolisMinas GeraisSE18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
Fronteira dos ValesMinas GeraisW26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View
Águas FormosasMinas GeraisSW31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
FelisburgoMinas GeraisN34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
PalmópolisMinas GeraisNE36 km22 mi~36m🗺 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 Helena de Minas to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Belo Horizonte
477 km (297 mi)
SW of Santa Helena de Minas • ~7h 57m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Brasilia
784 km (487 mi)
W of Santa Helena de Minas • ~13h 4m 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 Santa Helena de Minas, 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
Porto Seguro International Airport
IATA: BPS
179 km (112 mi) from Santa Helena de Minas
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🌍 Santa Helena de Minas Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Santa Helena de Minas Matter

The exact GPS location of Santa Helena de Minas 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 Santa Helena de Minas 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 Helena de Minas 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 Helena de Minas

The satellite view of Santa Helena de Minas 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 Santa Helena de Minas in Minas Gerais

Santa Helena de Minas 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 Santa Helena de Minas Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Santa Helena de Minas 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 Santa Helena de Minas Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Santa Helena de Minas 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 Santa Helena de Minas Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Santa Helena de Minas 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 Helena de Minas. 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 Santa Helena de Minas Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Santa Helena de Minas?

The GPS coordinates of Santa Helena de Minas are latitude -16.9386° and longitude -40.6828°. In directional format: 16.9386° S, 40.6828° W. These coordinates mark the center of Santa Helena de Minas in Minas Gerais and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Santa Helena de Minas located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Santa Helena de Minas?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Santa Helena de Minas sits at: Latitude 16° 56' 19" S and Longitude 40° 40' 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 Santa Helena de Minas?

Santa Helena de Minas has a population of approximately 5,938 people. This is roughly 0.028% 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 Santa Helena de Minas on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Santa Helena de Minas is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -16.9386, -40.6828 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Santa Helena de Minas in Minas Gerais. For broader context, explore the Minas Gerais state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Santa Helena de Minas?

The nearest airport to Santa Helena de Minas is Porto Seguro International Airport (BPS), roughly 179 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Santa Helena de Minas from Belo Horizonte?

Santa Helena de Minas is approximately 477 km (297 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 Santa Helena de Minas?

Santa Helena de Minas sits at an elevation of approximately 305 meters (1,001 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 Santa Helena de Minas?

The closest cities to Santa Helena de Minas include Machacalis, Bertópolis, Fronteira dos Vales. 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 Helena de Minas today?

Today in Santa Helena de Minas, sunrise is at 06:00 AM and sunset is at 05:34 PM, giving a day length of 11h 33m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Santa Helena de Minas's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Santa Helena de Minas from the Equator?

Santa Helena de Minas is approximately 1,886 km (1,172 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,332 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 Helena de Minas?

The antipodal point of Santa Helena de Minas — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Apra Harbor, Guam, roughly 693 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 Helena de Minas from Brasilia, the capital of Brazil?

Santa Helena de Minas is approximately 784 km (487 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.