Current Date And Time In Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
Sunday, 02 August 2026
14:46:11 BRT
Capital: Natal
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 3,569,675
Area: 53,306.80 km²
State Code: RN
Explore the interactive satellite map of Rio Grande do Norte, 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 Grande do Norte — 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 Grande do Norte 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) | 5.4026° S | 36.9541° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -5.4026 | -36.9541 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 24' 9" S | 36° 57' 15" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 24.1548' S | 36° 57.2464' W |
| State / Region | Rio Grande do Norte |
| Country | Brazil |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Natal |
| State Code | RN |
| Time Zone | -05:00 to -02:00 |
| Districts | 167 |
| Population | 3,569,675 |
| Area (km²) | 53,306.80 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 20,581.86 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 37.27 /km² |
| Elevation | 55 m / 179 ft |
| Area Rank | #22 in Brazil |
| Population Rank | #16 of 27 in Brazil |
| GPS (DD) | -5.4026, -36.9541 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rio Grande do Norte 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paraíba | Brazil | S | 205 km | 127 mi | ~2h 34m | 🗺 View |
| Ceará | Brazil | W | 262 km | 163 mi | ~3h 17m | 🗺 View |
| Pernambuco | Brazil | S | 379 km | 236 mi | ~4h 44m | 🗺 View |
| Alagoas | Brazil | S | 464 km | 288 mi | ~5h 48m | 🗺 View |
| Sergipe | Brazil | S | 589 km | 366 mi | ~7h 22m | 🗺 View |
| Piauí | Brazil | SW | 760 km | 472 mi | ~9h 30m | 🗺 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 Grande do Norte, along with each city's aerial distance from Natal, Rio Grande do Norte'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Natal | -5.795° S | -35.2094° W | 32 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Parnamirim | -5.9156° S | -35.2628° W | 56 m | 15 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mossoró | -5.1875° S | -37.3442° W | 24 m | 246 km | 🗺 View Map |
| São Gonçalo do Amarante | -5.7933° S | -35.3294° W | 15 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Macaíba | -5.8583° S | -35.3539° W | 16 m | 17 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ceará-Mirim | -5.6344° S | -35.4256° W | 37 m | 30 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Extremoz | -5.7056° S | -35.3072° W | 48 m | 15 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Caicó | -6.4583° S | -37.0978° W | 161 m | 221 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Açu | -5.5767° S | -36.9086° W | 36 m | 190 km | 🗺 View Map |
| São José de Mipibu | -6.0747° S | -35.2378° W | 63 m | 31 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Rio Grande do Norte 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 Grande do Norte on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Brazil.
The satellite view of Rio Grande do Norte 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 Grande do Norte 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 Grande do Norte 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 Grande do Norte 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 Grande do Norte are latitude -5.4026° and longitude -36.9541°. In directional format: 5.4026° S, 36.9541° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Rio Grande do Norte in Brazil and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Rio Grande do Norte is a state or administrative region of Brazil, located in South America. Its capital city is Natal. View the exact position of Rio Grande do Norte on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rio Grande do Norte is at: Latitude 5° 24' 9" S and Longitude 36° 57' 15" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Rio Grande do Norte covers a total area of approximately 53,306.80 km² (20,581.86 mi²). This is roughly 0.63% of Brazil's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Rio Grande do Norte is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -5.4026, -36.9541 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rio Grande do Norte in Brazil. For broader context, explore the Brazil national map or nearby states.
Today in Rio Grande do Norte, sunrise is at 05:36 AM and sunset is at 05:31 PM, giving a day length of 11h 55m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rio Grande do Norte's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Rio Grande do Norte is approximately 601 km (374 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,095 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Rio Grande do Norte — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Eauripik, Micronesia, roughly 143 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.
