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Palmerston, Cook Islands – Cook Islands Flag

Current Date And Time In Palmerston, Cook Islands

Sunday, 26 July 2026
00:44:35 CKT
National Capital: Avarua
Currency: Cook Islands Dollar (CKD)
Timezone: UTC -10:00 (CKT)

🗺 Map of Palmerston, Cook Islands – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Palmerston, a state or administrative region of Cook Islands, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Palmerston — 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 Palmerston in Cook Islands.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Cook Islands operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Palmerston, Cook Islands

📍 LATITUDE
18.042°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
163.147°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)18.0418° S163.1468° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-18.0418-163.1468
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)18° 2' 31" S163° 8' 48" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)18° 2.5101' S163° 8.8057' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Palmerston Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:20 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:37 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 17m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:59 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Palmerston’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,008 km
(1,248 mi) • Palmerston is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
17,269 km
(10,730 mi) • Palmerston is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
18.042° N, 16.853° E
The point exactly opposite Palmerston through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Palmerston, you'd surface nearest to Kirdimi, Chad, about 179 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 Palmerston

📍 Location Details

State / RegionPalmerston
CountryCook Islands
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
Time Zone-10:00

📈 Area & Population

GPS (DD)-18.0418, -163.1468

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring States

🗺 Neighboring States of Palmerston

Nearby States Found: 6 states
Parent Country: Cook Islands

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby States

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Palmerston 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 Cook Islands.

StateCountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AitutakiCook IslandsE366 km227 mi~4h 34m🗺 View
RarotongaCook IslandsSE500 km311 mi~6h 15m🗺 View
AtiuCook IslandsSE573 km356 mi~7h 9m🗺 View
MitiaroCook IslandsE608 km378 mi~7h 36m🗺 View
Ma'ukeCook IslandsE654 km406 mi~8h 11m🗺 View
MangaiaCook IslandsSE697 km433 mi~8h 43m🗺 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.

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🌍 Palmerston Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Palmerston Matter

The precise GPS location of Palmerston is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Cook Islands. 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

📈 Coordinate Formats for Palmerston Mapping

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 Palmerston on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Cook Islands.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Palmerston

The satellite view of Palmerston 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 Cook Islands national map

🌎 Regional Position of Palmerston in Cook Islands

Palmerston occupies a distinct geographic zone within Cook Islands in the Australia And Oceania 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Palmerston Coordinates

Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Palmerston 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 Cook Islands. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference

💻 Using Palmerston Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Palmerston 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 Cook Islands. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Palmerston Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Palmerston directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Bordering RegionsUse the nearby states tool to find all regions bordering Palmerston. Ideal for regional analysis, cross-border logistics and multi-territory market research in Cook Islands.
🏝 Cities & Territory Drill-DownAccess the full list of cities in Palmerston with their own GPS data for precise intra-regional mapping, branch planning and urban coverage analysis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Palmerston Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Palmerston?

The GPS coordinates of Palmerston are latitude -18.0418° and longitude -163.1468°. In directional format: 18.0418° S, 163.1468° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Palmerston in Cook Islands and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

🌎 Where is Palmerston located?

Palmerston is a state or administrative region of Cook Islands, located in Australia And Oceania. View the exact position of Palmerston on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Palmerston?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Palmerston is at: Latitude 18° 2' 31" S and Longitude 163° 8' 48" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.

🗺 How can I view Palmerston on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Palmerston is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -18.0418, -163.1468 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Palmerston in Cook Islands. For broader context, explore the Cook Islands national map or nearby states.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Palmerston today?

Today in Palmerston, sunrise is at 07:20 AM and sunset is at 06:37 PM, giving a day length of 11h 17m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Palmerston's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Palmerston from the Equator?

Palmerston is approximately 2,008 km (1,248 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 17,269 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 Palmerston?

The antipodal point of Palmerston — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kirdimi, Chad, roughly 179 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.