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Colchane, Tarapacá, Chile – Chile Flag

Current Date And Time In Colchane, Chile

Tuesday, 28 July 2026
15:53:23 CLT
State: Tarapacá
Currency: Chilean Peso (CLP)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (CLT)
Population: 1,728
District: Provincia del Tamarugal

🗺 Map of Colchane, Tarapacá, Chile – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Colchane, a city in Tarapacá, 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 Colchane — 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 Colchane.

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 Colchane, Tarapacá

📍 LATITUDE
19.276°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
68.638°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)19.2759° S68.6376° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-19.2759-68.6376
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)19° 16' 33" S68° 38' 15" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)19° 16.5528' S68° 38.2578' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Colchane Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:03 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:18 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 15m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:41 PM
Calculated for today (28 Jul 2026) from Colchane’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,146 km
(1,333 mi) • Colchane is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
7,212 km
(4,482 mi) • Colchane is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
19.276° N, 111.362° E
The point exactly opposite Colchane through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Colchane, you'd surface nearest to Longlou, China, about 59 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 Colchane

📍 Location Details

CityColchane
StateTarapacá
CountryChile
ContinentSouth America
DistrictProvincia del Tamarugal
Time Zone-06:00 to -04:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,728
Elevation3,717 m / 12,195 ft
GPS (DD)-19.2759, -68.6376

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Colchane

Nearby Cities Found: 3 cities
Parent State: Tarapacá
Parent Country: Chile

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,728
🏆 State Rank: #6 of 11 most populous in Tarapacá

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Colchane 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 Tarapacá.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
CamiñaTarapacáW83 km51 mi~1h 23m🗺 View
CamaronesTarapacáSW124 km77 mi~2h 4m🗺 View
HuaraTarapacáSW143 km89 mi~2h 23m🗺 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 Colchane to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Iquique
190 km (118 mi)
SW of Colchane • ~3h 10m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Santiago
1,589 km (988 mi)
S of Colchane • ~26h 29m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Tarapacá

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Iquique-20.2133° S-70.1503° W15 m0 km🗺 View Map
Alto Hospicio-20.2687° S-70.1049° W544 m8 km🗺 View Map
Pozo Almonte-20.2559° S-69.7863° W1,035 m38 km🗺 View Map
Pica-20.4913° S-69.3312° W1,327 m91 km🗺 View Map
Huara-19.9963° S-69.7721° W1,112 m46 km🗺 View Map
Camiña-19.3129° S-69.4261° W2,418 m126 km🗺 View Map
La Tirana-20.3355° S-69.6567° W1,011 m53 km🗺 View Map
Chanavayita-20.7052° S-70.1892° W17 m55 km🗺 View Map
Baquedano-20.1385° S-69.7537° W1,064 m42 km🗺 View Map
Matilla-20.5138° S-69.3618° W1,205 m89 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Chacalluta International Airport
IATA: ARI
207 km (128 mi) from Colchane
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🌍 Colchane Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Colchane Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Colchane

The satellite view of Colchane 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 Colchane in Tarapacá

Colchane sits within Tarapacá, 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 Colchane Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Colchane 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 Tarapacá. › Browse every city in Tarapacá

💻 Using Colchane Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Colchane 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 Colchane Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Colchane Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Colchane?

The GPS coordinates of Colchane are latitude -19.2759° and longitude -68.6376°. In directional format: 19.2759° S, 68.6376° W. These coordinates mark the center of Colchane in Tarapacá and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Colchane located?

Colchane is a city in Tarapacá, Chile, on the continent of South America. It falls within Provincia del Tamarugal. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Colchane?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Colchane sits at: Latitude 19° 16' 33" S and Longitude 68° 38' 15" 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 Colchane?

Colchane has a population of approximately 1,728 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Tarapacá.

🗺 How can I view Colchane on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Colchane is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -19.2759, -68.6376 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Colchane in Tarapacá. For broader context, explore the Tarapacá state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Colchane?

The nearest airport to Colchane is Chacalluta International Airport (ARI), roughly 207 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Colchane from Iquique?

Colchane is approximately 190 km (118 mi) from Iquique, the capital of Tarapacá, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Tarapacá.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Colchane?

Colchane sits at an elevation of approximately 3,717 meters (12,195 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Tarapacá.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Colchane?

The closest cities to Colchane include Camiña, Camarones, Huara. 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 Colchane today?

Today in Colchane, sunrise is at 07:03 AM and sunset is at 06:18 PM, giving a day length of 11h 15m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Colchane's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Colchane from the Equator?

Colchane is approximately 2,146 km (1,333 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 7,212 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 Colchane?

The antipodal point of Colchane — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Longlou, China, roughly 59 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 Colchane from Santiago, the capital of Chile?

Colchane is approximately 1,589 km (988 mi) S of Santiago, the national capital of Chile, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.