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Current Date And Time In Colon, Colombia

Monday, 27 July 2026
01:58:26 COT
State: Nariño
Currency: Colombian Peso (COP)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (COT)

🗺 Map of Colon, Nariño, Colombia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Colon, a city in Nariño, 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 Colon — 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 Colon.

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 Colon, Nariño

📍 LATITUDE
1.643°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
77.045°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)1.6429° N77.0449° W
Signed Decimal Degrees1.6429-77.0449
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)1° 38' 34" N77° 2' 42" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)1° 38.5741' N77° 2.696' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Colon Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:07 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:21 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 13m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:14 PM
Calculated for today (27 Jul 2026) from Colon’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
183 km
(114 mi) • Colon is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,573 km
(5,327 mi) • Colon is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
1.643° S, 102.955° E
The point exactly opposite Colon through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Colon, you'd surface nearest to Mersam, Indonesia, about 8 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 Colon

📍 Location Details

CityColon
StateNariño (Departamento del Nariño)
CountryColombia
ContinentSouth America
Time Zone-05:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation2,289 m / 7,509 ft
GPS (DD)1.6429, -77.0449

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Colon

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Colon 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 Nariño.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
GénovaNariñoE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
San PabloNariñoNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
BelénNariñoS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
La CruzNariñoSE9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
La UniónNariñoSW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
San Pedro de CartagoNariñoSW13 km8 mi~13m🗺 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 Colon to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Pasto
54 km (34 mi)
SW of Colon • ~54m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bogota
466 km (289 mi)
NE of Colon • ~7h 46m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Nariño

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Pasto1.2146° N-77.2785° W2,569 m0 km🗺 View Map
Tumaco1.7911° N-78.7928° W1 m180 km🗺 View Map
Ipiales0.825° N-77.6397° W2,904 m59 km🗺 View Map
Samaniego1.3385° N-77.5957° W1,459 m38 km🗺 View Map
Túquerres1.0865° N-77.6186° W3,048 m40 km🗺 View Map
El Charco2.4808° N-78.1097° W14 m168 km🗺 View Map
Buesaco1.3836° N-77.1562° W1,956 m23 km🗺 View Map
San Lorenzo1.5029° N-77.2154° W2,074 m33 km🗺 View Map
Pupiales0.8714° N-77.6403° W2,974 m55 km🗺 View Map
La Unión1.6045° N-77.1315° W1,721 m46 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Antonio Nariño Airport
IATA: PSO
39 km (24 mi) from Colon
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🌍 Colon Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Colon Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Colon

The satellite view of Colon 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 Colon in Nariño

Colon sits within Nariño, 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 Colon Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Colon 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 Nariño. › Browse every city in Nariño

💻 Using Colon Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Colon 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 Colon Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Colon Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Colon?

The GPS coordinates of Colon are latitude 1.6429° and longitude -77.0449°. In directional format: 1.6429° N, 77.0449° W. These coordinates mark the center of Colon in Nariño and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Colon located?

Colon is a city in Nariño, Colombia, 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 Colon?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Colon sits at: Latitude 1° 38' 34" N and Longitude 77° 2' 42" 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 Colon on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Colon is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 1.6429, -77.0449 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Colon in Nariño. For broader context, explore the Nariño state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Colon?

The nearest airport to Colon is Antonio Nariño Airport (PSO), roughly 39 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Colon from Pasto?

Colon is approximately 54 km (34 mi) from Pasto, the capital of Nariño, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Nariño.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Colon?

Colon sits at an elevation of approximately 2,289 meters (7,509 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Nariño.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Colon?

The closest cities to Colon include Génova, San Pablo, Belén. 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 Colon today?

Today in Colon, sunrise is at 06:07 AM and sunset is at 06:21 PM, giving a day length of 12h 13m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Colon's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Colon from the Equator?

Colon is approximately 183 km (114 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,573 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 Colon?

The antipodal point of Colon — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mersam, Indonesia, roughly 8 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 Colon from Bogota, the capital of Colombia?

Colon is approximately 466 km (289 mi) NE of Bogota, the national capital of Colombia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.