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Luiz Alves, Santa Catarina, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Luiz Alves, Brazil

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
17:02:36 BRT
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 11,684
District: Luiz Alves

🗺 Map of Luiz Alves, Santa Catarina, Brazil – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Luiz Alves, a city in Santa Catarina, 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 Luiz Alves — 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 Luiz Alves.

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 Luiz Alves, Santa Catarina

📍 LATITUDE
26.721°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
48.933°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)26.7206° S48.9328° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-26.7206-48.9328
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)26° 43' 14" S48° 55' 58" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)26° 43.2336' S48° 55.9668' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Luiz Alves Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:45 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:55 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 10m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:20 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Luiz Alves’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Luiz Alves’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,975 km
(1,848 mi) • Luiz Alves is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,865 km
(3,023 mi) • Luiz Alves is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
26.721° N, 131.067° E
The point exactly opposite Luiz Alves through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Luiz Alves, you'd surface nearest to Nakano, Japan, about 90 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 Luiz Alves

📍 Location Details

CityLuiz Alves
StateSanta Catarina (Estado de Santa Catarina)
CountryBrazil
ContinentSouth America
DistrictLuiz Alves
Time Zone-05:00 to -02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population11,684
Elevation91 m / 299 ft
GPS (DD)-26.7206, -48.9328

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Luiz Alves

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Santa Catarina
Parent Country: Brazil

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 11,684
🏆 State Rank: #117 of 313 most populous in Santa Catarina
🏠 Share of Santa Catarina Population: 0.161%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Luiz Alves 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 Santa Catarina.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
MassarandubaSanta CatarinaNW14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
São João do ItaperiúSanta CatarinaNE20 km12 mi~20m🗺 View
IlhotaSanta CatarinaSE23 km14 mi~23m🗺 View
GasparSanta CatarinaS24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
PomerodeSanta CatarinaW24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
BlumenauSanta CatarinaSW26 km16 mi~26m🗺 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 Luiz Alves to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Florianópolis
105 km (65 mi)
S of Luiz Alves • ~1h 45m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Brasilia
1,221 km (759 mi)
N of Luiz Alves • ~20h 21m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Santa Catarina

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Santa Catarina, the home state of Luiz Alves, along with each city's aerial distance from Florianópolis, Santa Catarina's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Florianópolis-27.5967° S-48.5492° W26 m0 km🗺 View Map
Joinville-26.3044° S-48.8456° W9 m147 km🗺 View Map
Blumenau-26.9194° S-49.0661° W20 m91 km🗺 View Map
São José-27.6153° S-48.6275° W18 m8 km🗺 View Map
São José-28.2134° S-49.1638° W164 m91 km🗺 View Map
Jaraguá do Sul-26.4861° S-49.0667° W27 m134 km🗺 View Map
Palhoça-27.6453° S-48.6678° W5 m13 km🗺 View Map
Lages-27.8161° S-50.3261° W917 m177 km🗺 View Map
Criciúma-28.6775° S-49.3697° W50 m145 km🗺 View Map
Chapecó-27.0964° S-52.6183° W668 m406 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Ministro Victor Konder International Airport
IATA: NVT
33 km (21 mi) from Luiz Alves
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🌍 Luiz Alves Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Luiz Alves Matter

The exact GPS location of Luiz Alves gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Santa Catarina. 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 Santa Catarina state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Luiz Alves

The satellite view of Luiz Alves 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 Luiz Alves in Santa Catarina

Luiz Alves sits within Santa Catarina, 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 Luiz Alves Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Luiz Alves 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 Santa Catarina. › Browse every city in Santa Catarina

💻 Using Luiz Alves Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Luiz Alves 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 Luiz Alves Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Luiz Alves 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 Luiz Alves. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Santa Catarina CitiesAccess the full city directory for Santa Catarina ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Luiz Alves Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Luiz Alves?

The GPS coordinates of Luiz Alves are latitude -26.7206° and longitude -48.9328°. In directional format: 26.7206° S, 48.9328° W. These coordinates mark the center of Luiz Alves in Santa Catarina and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Luiz Alves located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Luiz Alves?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Luiz Alves sits at: Latitude 26° 43' 14" S and Longitude 48° 55' 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 Luiz Alves?

Luiz Alves has a population of approximately 11,684 people. This is roughly 0.161% of Santa Catarina's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Santa Catarina.

🗺 How can I view Luiz Alves on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Luiz Alves is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -26.7206, -48.9328 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Luiz Alves in Santa Catarina. For broader context, explore the Santa Catarina state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Luiz Alves?

The nearest airport to Luiz Alves is Ministro Victor Konder International Airport (NVT), roughly 33 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Luiz Alves from Florianópolis?

Luiz Alves is approximately 105 km (65 mi) from Florianópolis, the capital of Santa Catarina, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Santa Catarina.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Luiz Alves?

Luiz Alves sits at an elevation of approximately 91 meters (299 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Santa Catarina.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Luiz Alves?

The closest cities to Luiz Alves include Massaranduba, São João do Itaperiú, Ilhota. 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 Luiz Alves today?

Today in Luiz Alves, sunrise is at 06:45 AM and sunset is at 05:55 PM, giving a day length of 11h 10m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Luiz Alves's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Luiz Alves from the Equator?

Luiz Alves is approximately 2,975 km (1,848 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 4,865 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 Luiz Alves?

The antipodal point of Luiz Alves — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Nakano, Japan, roughly 90 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 Luiz Alves from Brasilia, the capital of Brazil?

Luiz Alves is approximately 1,221 km (759 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.