Current Date And Time In Atacama, Chile
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
15:22:41 CLT
Capital: Copiapó
Currency: Chilean Peso (CLP)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (CLT)
Population: 284,992
Area: 75,176.20 km²
State Code: AT
Explore the interactive satellite map of Atacama, a state or administrative region of Chile, 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 Atacama — 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 Atacama in Chile.
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 Chile operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 27.5661° S | 70.0503° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -27.5661 | -70.0503 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 27° 33' 58" S | 70° 3' 1" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 27° 33.9633' S | 70° 3.0188' W |
| State / Region | Atacama |
| Country | Chile |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Copiapó |
| State Code | AT |
| Time Zone | -06:00 to -04:00 |
| Districts | 3 |
| Population | 284,992 |
| Area (km²) | 75,176.20 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 29,025.68 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 1.64 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,498 m / 4,916 ft |
| Area Rank | #4 in Chile |
| Population Rank | #6 of 8 in Chile |
| GPS (DD) | -27.5661, -70.0503 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Atacama 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 Chile.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coquimbo Region | Chile | S | 339 km | 211 mi | ~4h 14m | 🗺 View |
| Antofagasta | Chile | N | 437 km | 271 mi | ~5h 28m | 🗺 View |
| Valparaiso | Chile | S | 557 km | 346 mi | ~6h 57m | 🗺 View |
| Santiago Metropolitan | Chile | S | 660 km | 410 mi | ~8h 15m | 🗺 View |
| O'Higgins Region | Chile | S | 785 km | 488 mi | ~9h 48m | 🗺 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 Atacama, along with each city's aerial distance from Copiapó, Atacama'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copiapó | -27.3674° S | -70.3322° W | 381 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vallenar | -28.5762° S | -70.7594° W | 388 m | 141 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Caldera | -27.0681° S | -70.8192° W | 23 m | 59 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Diego de Almagro | -26.3902° S | -70.0456° W | 792 m | 112 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tierra Amarilla | -27.4663° S | -70.2626° W | 501 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Huasco | -28.466° S | -71.2228° W | 29 m | 150 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Freirina | -28.5092° S | -71.0812° W | 103 m | 147 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Alto del Carmen | -28.7595° S | -70.4865° W | 822 m | 156 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chañaral | -26.343° S | -70.6165° W | 25 m | 117 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vallenar | -28.5158° S | -70.2555° W | 1,990 m | 128 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Atacama is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Chile. 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 Atacama on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Chile.
The satellite view of Atacama 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 Chile national map
Atacama occupies a distinct geographic zone within Chile 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 Atacama 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 Chile. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Atacama 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 Chile. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Atacama are latitude -27.5661° and longitude -70.0503°. In directional format: 27.5661° S, 70.0503° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Atacama in Chile and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Atacama is a state or administrative region of Chile, located in South America. Its capital city is Copiapó. View the exact position of Atacama on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Atacama is at: Latitude 27° 33' 58" S and Longitude 70° 3' 1" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Atacama covers a total area of approximately 75,176.20 km² (29,025.68 mi²). This is roughly 9.93% of Chile's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Atacama is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -27.5661, -70.0503 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Atacama in Chile. For broader context, explore the Chile national map or nearby states.
Today in Atacama, sunrise is at 07:11 AM and sunset is at 06:18 PM, giving a day length of 11h 6m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Atacama's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Atacama is approximately 3,069 km (1,907 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 6,913 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Atacama — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Huaihua, China, roughly 5 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.
