Current Date And Time In Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Sunday, 26 July 2026
08:24:54 BRT
Capital: Rio de Janeiro
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 17,463,349
Area: 43,696.10 km²
State Code: RJ
Explore the interactive satellite map of Rio de Janeiro, a state or administrative region of 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 Janeiro — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 22.9068° S | 43.1729° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -22.9068 | -43.1729 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 22° 54' 25" S | 43° 10' 22" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 22° 54.4108' S | 43° 10.3738' W |
| State / Region | Rio de Janeiro (Estado de Rio de Janeiro) |
| Country | Brazil |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Rio de Janeiro |
| State Code | RJ |
| Time Zone | -05:00 to -02:00 |
| Districts | 92 |
| Population | 17,463,349 |
| Area (km²) | 43,696.10 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 16,871.15 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 138.38 /km² |
| Elevation | 8 m / 25 ft |
| Area Rank | #24 in Brazil |
| Population Rank | #3 of 27 in Brazil |
| GPS (DD) | -22.9068, -43.1729 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rio de Janeiro to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Brazil.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| São Paulo | Brazil | W | 361 km | 225 mi | ~4h 31m | 🗺 View |
| Espírito Santo | Brazil | NE | 510 km | 317 mi | ~6h 22m | 🗺 View |
| Minas Gerais | Brazil | N | 557 km | 346 mi | ~6h 58m | 🗺 View |
| Santa Catarina | Brazil | SW | 768 km | 477 mi | ~9h 36m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Rio de Janeiro, along with each city's aerial distance from Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio de Janeiro | -22.9064° S | -43.1822° W | 12 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nova Iguaçu | -22.7592° S | -43.4511° W | 36 m | 32 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Duque de Caxias | -22.7856° S | -43.3117° W | 15 m | 19 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Campos dos Goytacazes | -21.7523° S | -41.3304° W | 13 m | 230 km | 🗺 View Map |
| São João de Meriti | -22.8039° S | -43.3722° W | 14 m | 23 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Belford Roxo | -22.7642° S | -43.3994° W | 22 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Niterói | -22.8833° S | -43.1036° W | 44 m | 8 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Volta Redonda | -22.5231° S | -44.1042° W | 400 m | 104 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Petrópolis | -22.505° S | -43.1786° W | 819 m | 45 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Magé | -22.6528° S | -43.0406° W | 8 m | 32 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Rio de Janeiro is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Brazil. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Rio de Janeiro on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Brazil.
The satellite view of Rio de Janeiro helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Brazil national map
Rio de Janeiro occupies a distinct geographic zone within Brazil in the South America region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Rio de Janeiro for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Brazil. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Rio de Janeiro 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 region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Brazil. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Rio de Janeiro are latitude -22.9068° and longitude -43.1729°. In directional format: 22.9068° S, 43.1729° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Rio de Janeiro is a state or administrative region of Brazil, located in South America. Its capital city is Rio de Janeiro. View the exact position of Rio de Janeiro on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rio de Janeiro is at: Latitude 22° 54' 25" S and Longitude 43° 10' 22" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Rio de Janeiro covers a total area of approximately 43,696.10 km² (16,871.15 mi²). This is roughly 0.51% of Brazil's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Rio de Janeiro is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -22.9068, -43.1729 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. For broader context, explore the Brazil national map or nearby states.
Today in Rio de Janeiro, sunrise is at 06:28 AM and sunset is at 05:30 PM, giving a day length of 11h 1m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rio de Janeiro's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Rio de Janeiro is approximately 2,550 km (1,584 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,427 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Rio de Janeiro — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Nakano, Japan, roughly 653 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 place.
