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La Mesa, Cundinamarca, Colombia – Colombia Flag

Current Date And Time In La Mesa, Colombia

Sunday, 26 July 2026
05:49:58 COT
Currency: Colombian Peso (COP)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (COT)
Population: 26,699
District: Carmen de Carupa

🗺 Map of La Mesa, Cundinamarca, Colombia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of La Mesa, a city in Cundinamarca, Colombia, 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 La Mesa — 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 La Mesa.

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 Colombia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of La Mesa, Cundinamarca

📍 LATITUDE
5.267°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
73.917°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)5.2667° N73.9167° W
Signed Decimal Degrees5.2667-73.9167
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)5° 16' 0" N73° 55' 0" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)5° 16.0002' N73° 55.0002' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in La Mesa Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:50 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:14 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 24m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:02 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from La Mesa’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
586 km
(364 mi) • La Mesa is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,194 km
(5,091 mi) • La Mesa is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
5.267° S, 106.083° E
The point exactly opposite La Mesa through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from La Mesa, you'd surface nearest to Labuhanmaringgai, Indonesia, about 32 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 La Mesa

📍 Location Details

CityLa Mesa
StateCundinamarca (Departamento de Cundinamarca)
CountryColombia
ContinentSouth America
DistrictCarmen de Carupa
Time Zone-05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population26,699
Elevation2,884 m / 9,462 ft
GPS (DD)5.2667, -73.9167

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of La Mesa

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Cundinamarca
Parent Country: Colombia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 26,699
🏆 State Rank: #13 of 114 most populous in Cundinamarca
🏠 Share of Cundinamarca Population: 0.823%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from La Mesa 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 Cundinamarca.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
SutatausaCundinamarcaE7 km5 mi~7m🗺 View
TausaCundinamarcaS8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
Carmen de CarupaCundinamarcaN9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
UbateCundinamarcaNE12 km7 mi~12m🗺 View
Villa de San Diego de UbatéCundinamarcaNE12 km8 mi~12m🗺 View
San CayetanoCundinamarcaNW14 km9 mi~14m🗺 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 La Mesa to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bogota
75 km (47 mi)
S of La Mesa • ~1h 15m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Cundinamarca

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Soacha4.5794° N-74.2168° W2,565 m-🗺 View Map
Facatativá4.8137° N-74.3545° W2,589 m-🗺 View Map
Madrid4.7325° N-74.2642° W2,547 m-🗺 View Map
Zipaquirá5.0221° N-74.0048° W2,607 m-🗺 View Map
Mosquera4.7059° N-74.2302° W2,544 m-🗺 View Map
Chía4.8588° N-74.0587° W2,557 m-🗺 View Map
Funza4.7164° N-74.212° W2,548 m-🗺 View Map
Girardot City4.3008° N-74.8075° W287 m-🗺 View Map
Fusagasugá4.3365° N-74.3638° W1,717 m-🗺 View Map
Cajicá4.9186° N-74.028° W2,559 m-🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
El Dorado International Airport
IATA: BOG
68 km (42 mi) from La Mesa
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🌍 La Mesa Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of La Mesa Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for La Mesa

The satellite view of La Mesa 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 Colombia map

🌎 Regional Position of La Mesa in Cundinamarca

La Mesa sits within Cundinamarca, Colombia, 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 La Mesa Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of La Mesa 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 Cundinamarca. › Browse every city in Cundinamarca

💻 Using La Mesa Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for La Mesa 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 Colombia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use La Mesa Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About La Mesa Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of La Mesa?

The GPS coordinates of La Mesa are latitude 5.2667° and longitude -73.9167°. In directional format: 5.2667° N, 73.9167° W. These coordinates mark the center of La Mesa in Cundinamarca and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is La Mesa located?

La Mesa is a city in Cundinamarca, Colombia, on the continent of South America. It falls within Carmen de Carupa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of La Mesa?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, La Mesa sits at: Latitude 5° 16' 0" N and Longitude 73° 55' 0" 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 La Mesa?

La Mesa has a population of approximately 26,699 people. This is roughly 0.823% of Cundinamarca's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Cundinamarca.

🗺 How can I view La Mesa on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of La Mesa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.2667, -73.9167 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate La Mesa in Cundinamarca. For broader context, explore the Cundinamarca state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to La Mesa?

The nearest airport to La Mesa is El Dorado International Airport (BOG), roughly 68 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of La Mesa?

La Mesa sits at an elevation of approximately 2,884 meters (9,462 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Cundinamarca.

🗺 Which cities are closest to La Mesa?

The closest cities to La Mesa include Sutatausa, Tausa, Carmen de Carupa. 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 La Mesa today?

Today in La Mesa, sunrise is at 05:50 AM and sunset is at 06:14 PM, giving a day length of 12h 24m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from La Mesa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is La Mesa from the Equator?

La Mesa is approximately 586 km (364 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,194 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 La Mesa?

The antipodal point of La Mesa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Labuhanmaringgai, Indonesia, roughly 32 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 La Mesa from Bogota, the capital of Colombia?

La Mesa is approximately 75 km (47 mi) S of Bogota, the national capital of Colombia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.