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Salamansa, São Vicente, Cabo Verde – Cabo Verde Flag

Current Date And Time In Salamansa, Cabo Verde

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
10:53:35 CVT
Currency: Cape Verdean Escudo (CVE)
Timezone: UTC -01:00 (CVT)
Population: 1,179

🗺 Map of Salamansa, São Vicente, Cabo Verde – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Salamansa, a city in São Vicente, Cabo Verde, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Salamansa — 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 Salamansa.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Africa • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Cabo Verde operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Salamansa, São Vicente

📍 LATITUDE
16.903°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
24.944°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)16.9031° N24.9436° W
Signed Decimal Degrees16.9031-24.9436
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)16° 54' 11" N24° 56' 37" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)16° 54.1878' N24° 56.616' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Salamansa Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:21 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:08 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 46m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:44 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Salamansa’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,882 km
(1,169 mi) • Salamansa is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
2,657 km
(1,651 mi) • Salamansa is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
16.903° S, 155.056° E
The point exactly opposite Salamansa through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Salamansa, you'd surface nearest to Whitsundays, Australia, about 740 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 Salamansa

📍 Location Details

CitySalamansa
StateSão Vicente
CountryCabo Verde
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone-01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,179
Elevation9 m / 30 ft
GPS (DD)16.9031, -24.9436

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Salamansa

Nearby Cities Found: 5 cities
Parent State: São Vicente
Parent Country: Cabo Verde

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,179
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 6 most populous in São Vicente

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Salamansa 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 São Vicente.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
MindeloSão VicenteW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Chã de AlecrimSão VicenteW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
Alto MiramarSão VicenteW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
City Center of MindeloSão VicenteW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
CalhauSão VicenteSE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 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 Salamansa to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Mindelo
4 km (3 mi)
W of Salamansa • ~4m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Praia
267 km (166 mi)
SE of Salamansa • ~4h 27m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in São Vicente

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in São Vicente, the home state of Salamansa, along with each city's aerial distance from Mindelo, São Vicente's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Mindelo16.8901° N-24.9804° W44 m0 km🗺 View Map
Chã de Alecrim16.8992° N-24.9873° W21 m1 km🗺 View Map
City Center of Mindelo16.886° N-24.9877° W55 m1 km🗺 View Map
Calhau16.8522° N-24.8669° W4 m13 km🗺 View Map
Alto Miramar16.8885° N-24.9859° W55 m1 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Cesaria Evora International Airport
IATA: VXE
14 km (9 mi) from Salamansa
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🌍 Salamansa Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Salamansa Matter

The exact GPS location of Salamansa gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside São Vicente. 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 São Vicente state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Salamansa

The satellite view of Salamansa 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 Cabo Verde map

🌎 Regional Position of Salamansa in São Vicente

Salamansa sits within São Vicente, Cabo Verde, in the Africa 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 Salamansa Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Salamansa 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 São Vicente. › Browse every city in São Vicente

💻 Using Salamansa Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Salamansa 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 Cabo Verde. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Salamansa Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Salamansa Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Salamansa?

The GPS coordinates of Salamansa are latitude 16.9031° and longitude -24.9436°. In directional format: 16.9031° N, 24.9436° W. These coordinates mark the center of Salamansa in São Vicente and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Salamansa located?

Salamansa is a city in São Vicente, Cabo Verde, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Salamansa?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Salamansa sits at: Latitude 16° 54' 11" N and Longitude 24° 56' 37" 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 Salamansa?

Salamansa has a population of approximately 1,179 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in São Vicente.

🗺 How can I view Salamansa on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Salamansa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 16.9031, -24.9436 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Salamansa in São Vicente. For broader context, explore the São Vicente state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Salamansa?

The nearest airport to Salamansa is Cesaria Evora International Airport (VXE), roughly 14 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Salamansa from Mindelo?

Salamansa is approximately 4 km (3 mi) from Mindelo, the capital of São Vicente, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in São Vicente.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Salamansa?

Salamansa sits at an elevation of approximately 9 meters (30 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for São Vicente.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Salamansa?

The closest cities to Salamansa include Mindelo, Chã de Alecrim, Alto Miramar. 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 Salamansa today?

Today in Salamansa, sunrise is at 06:21 AM and sunset is at 07:08 PM, giving a day length of 12h 46m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Salamansa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Salamansa from the Equator?

Salamansa is approximately 1,882 km (1,169 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 2,657 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 Salamansa?

The antipodal point of Salamansa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Whitsundays, Australia, roughly 740 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 Salamansa from Praia, the capital of Cabo Verde?

Salamansa is approximately 267 km (166 mi) SE of Praia, the national capital of Cabo Verde, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.