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Current Date And Time In Cunco, Chile

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
19:33:43 CLT
State: Atacama
Currency: Chilean Peso (CLP)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (CLT)

🗺 Map of Cunco, Atacama, Chile – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Cunco, a city in Atacama, 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 Cunco — 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 Cunco.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Cunco, Atacama

📍 LATITUDE
38.932°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
72.028°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)38.9321° S72.028° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-38.9321-72.028
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)38° 55' 55" S72° 1' 41" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)38° 55.9234' S72° 1.6791' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Cunco Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:35 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:10 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
10h 35m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:52 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Cunco’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,334 km
(2,693 mi) • Cunco is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
6,237 km
(3,876 mi) • Cunco is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
38.932° N, 107.972° E
The point exactly opposite Cunco through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Cunco, you'd surface nearest to Ulan, China, about 18 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 Cunco

📍 Location Details

CityCunco
StateAtacama
CountryChile
ContinentSouth America
Time Zone-06:00 to -04:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation369 m / 1,210 ft
GPS (DD)-38.9321, -72.028

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Cunco

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Atacama
Parent Country: Chile

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Cunco 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 Atacama.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Los SaucesAtacamaW26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View
MelipeucoAtacamaE30 km19 mi~30m🗺 View
VilcunAtacamaNW34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
PuconAtacamaS38 km24 mi~38m🗺 View
VillaricaAtacamaSW43 km27 mi~43m🗺 View
FreireAtacamaW52 km32 mi~52m🗺 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 Cunco to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Copiapó
1,296 km (805 mi)
N of Cunco • ~21h 36m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Santiago
621 km (386 mi)
N of Cunco • ~10h 21m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Atacama

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Copiapó-27.3674° S-70.3322° W381 m0 km🗺 View Map
Vallenar-28.5762° S-70.7594° W388 m141 km🗺 View Map
Caldera-27.0681° S-70.8192° W23 m59 km🗺 View Map
Diego de Almagro-26.3902° S-70.0456° W792 m112 km🗺 View Map
Tierra Amarilla-27.4663° S-70.2626° W501 m13 km🗺 View Map
Huasco-28.466° S-71.2228° W29 m150 km🗺 View Map
Freirina-28.5092° S-71.0812° W103 m147 km🗺 View Map
Alto del Carmen-28.7595° S-70.4865° W822 m156 km🗺 View Map
Chañaral-26.343° S-70.6165° W25 m117 km🗺 View Map
Vallenar-28.5158° S-70.2555° W1,990 m128 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
La Araucanía International Airport
IATA: ZCO
54 km (34 mi) from Cunco
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🌍 Cunco Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Cunco Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Cunco

The satellite view of Cunco 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 Chile map

🌎 Regional Position of Cunco in Atacama

Cunco sits within Atacama, Chile, 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 Cunco Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Cunco 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 Atacama. › Browse every city in Atacama

💻 Using Cunco Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Cunco 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 Chile. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Cunco Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Cunco Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Cunco?

The GPS coordinates of Cunco are latitude -38.9321° and longitude -72.028°. In directional format: 38.9321° S, 72.028° W. These coordinates mark the center of Cunco in Atacama and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Cunco located?

Cunco is a city in Atacama, Chile, on the continent of South America. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Cunco?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Cunco sits at: Latitude 38° 55' 55" S and Longitude 72° 1' 41" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Cunco on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Cunco is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -38.9321, -72.028 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Cunco in Atacama. For broader context, explore the Atacama state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Cunco?

The nearest airport to Cunco is La Araucanía International Airport (ZCO), roughly 54 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Cunco from Copiapó?

Cunco is approximately 1,296 km (805 mi) from Copiapó, the capital of Atacama, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Atacama.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Cunco?

Cunco sits at an elevation of approximately 369 meters (1,210 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Atacama.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Cunco?

The closest cities to Cunco include Los Sauces, Melipeuco, Vilcun. 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 Cunco today?

Today in Cunco, sunrise is at 07:35 AM and sunset is at 06:10 PM, giving a day length of 10h 35m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Cunco's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Cunco from the Equator?

Cunco is approximately 4,334 km (2,693 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 6,237 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 Cunco?

The antipodal point of Cunco — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Ulan, China, roughly 18 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 Cunco from Santiago, the capital of Chile?

Cunco is approximately 621 km (386 mi) N of Santiago, the national capital of Chile, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.