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São Marcos, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In São Marcos, Brazil

Thursday, 13 August 2026
21:16:57 BRT
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 21,084
District: São Marcos

🗺 Map of São Marcos, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of São Marcos, a city in Rio Grande do Sul, 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 São Marcos — 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 São Marcos.

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 São Marcos, Rio Grande do Sul

📍 LATITUDE
28.971°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
51.068°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)28.9711° S51.0681° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-28.9711-51.0681
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)28° 58' 16" S51° 4' 5" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)28° 58.2666' S51° 4.0836' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in São Marcos Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:55 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:01 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 5m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:28 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from São Marcos’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,225 km
(2,004 mi) • São Marcos is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,974 km
(3,090 mi) • São Marcos is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
28.971° N, 128.932° E
The point exactly opposite São Marcos through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from São Marcos, you'd surface nearest to Uken, Japan, about 80 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 São Marcos

📍 Location Details

CitySão Marcos
StateRio Grande do Sul (Estado de Rio Grande del Sur)
CountryBrazil
ContinentSouth America
DistrictSão Marcos
Time Zone-05:00 to -02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population21,084
Elevation741 m / 2,431 ft
GPS (DD)-28.9711, -51.0681

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of São Marcos

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Rio Grande do Sul
Parent Country: Brazil

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 21,084
🏆 State Rank: #104 of 496 most populous in Rio Grande do Sul
🏠 Share of Rio Grande do Sul Population: 0.185%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from São Marcos 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 Rio Grande do Sul.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Flores da CunhaRio Grande do SulSW13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
Campestre da SerraRio Grande do SulN20 km12 mi~20m🗺 View
Nova PáduaRio Grande do SulW24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
Antônio PradoRio Grande do SulNW24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
Caxias do SulRio Grande do SulSW24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
IpêRio Grande do SulNW27 km16 mi~27m🗺 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 São Marcos to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Porto Alegre
119 km (74 mi)
S of São Marcos • ~1h 59m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Brasilia
1,502 km (933 mi)
N of São Marcos • ~25h 2m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Rio Grande do Sul

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Rio Grande do Sul, the home state of São Marcos, along with each city's aerial distance from Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Porto Alegre-30.0328° S-51.2302° W46 m0 km🗺 View Map
Caxias do Sul-29.1681° S-51.1794° W787 m96 km🗺 View Map
Canoas-29.9178° S-51.1836° W25 m14 km🗺 View Map
Pelotas-31.77° S-52.341° W15 m220 km🗺 View Map
Viamão-30.0811° S-51.0233° W108 m21 km🗺 View Map
Santa Maria-29.6842° S-53.8069° W146 m251 km🗺 View Map
Gravataí-29.9422° S-50.9928° W41 m25 km🗺 View Map
Novo Hamburgo-29.6783° S-51.1306° W56 m41 km🗺 View Map
São Leopoldo-29.7603° S-51.1472° W10 m31 km🗺 View Map
Rio Grande-32.035° S-52.0986° W7 m238 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport
IATA: CXJ
28 km (17 mi) from São Marcos
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🌍 São Marcos Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of São Marcos Matter

The exact GPS location of São Marcos gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Rio Grande do Sul. 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 Rio Grande do Sul state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for São Marcos

The satellite view of São Marcos 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 São Marcos in Rio Grande do Sul

São Marcos sits within Rio Grande do Sul, 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 São Marcos Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of São Marcos 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 Rio Grande do Sul. › Browse every city in Rio Grande do Sul

💻 Using São Marcos Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for São Marcos 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 São Marcos Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About São Marcos Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of São Marcos?

The GPS coordinates of São Marcos are latitude -28.9711° and longitude -51.0681°. In directional format: 28.9711° S, 51.0681° W. These coordinates mark the center of São Marcos in Rio Grande do Sul and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is São Marcos located?

São Marcos is a city in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, on the continent of South America. It falls within São Marcos. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of São Marcos?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, São Marcos sits at: Latitude 28° 58' 16" S and Longitude 51° 4' 5" 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 São Marcos?

São Marcos has a population of approximately 21,084 people. This is roughly 0.185% of Rio Grande do Sul's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Rio Grande do Sul.

🗺 How can I view São Marcos on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of São Marcos is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -28.9711, -51.0681 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate São Marcos in Rio Grande do Sul. For broader context, explore the Rio Grande do Sul state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to São Marcos?

The nearest airport to São Marcos is Hugo Cantergiani Regional Airport (CXJ), roughly 28 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is São Marcos from Porto Alegre?

São Marcos is approximately 119 km (74 mi) from Porto Alegre, the capital of Rio Grande do Sul, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Rio Grande do Sul.

⛰️ What is the elevation of São Marcos?

São Marcos sits at an elevation of approximately 741 meters (2,431 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Rio Grande do Sul.

🗺 Which cities are closest to São Marcos?

The closest cities to São Marcos include Flores da Cunha, Campestre da Serra, Nova Pádua. 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 São Marcos today?

Today in São Marcos, sunrise is at 06:55 AM and sunset is at 06:01 PM, giving a day length of 11h 5m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from São Marcos's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is São Marcos from the Equator?

São Marcos is approximately 3,225 km (2,004 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,974 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 São Marcos?

The antipodal point of São Marcos — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Uken, Japan, roughly 80 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 São Marcos from Brasilia, the capital of Brazil?

São Marcos is approximately 1,502 km (933 mi) N of Brasilia, the national capital of Brazil, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.