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Colima, San José, Costa Rica – Costa Rica Flag

Current Date And Time In Colima, Costa Rica

Thursday, 13 August 2026
18:50:38 CST
State: San José
Currency: Costa Rican Colón (CRC)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Population: 15,875
District: Tibás

🗺 Map of Colima, San José, Costa Rica – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Colima, a city in San José, Costa Rica, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Colima — 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 Colima.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Colima, San José

📍 LATITUDE
9.955°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
84.082°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)9.9553° N84.0824° W
Signed Decimal Degrees9.9553-84.0824
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)9° 57' 19" N84° 4' 56" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)9° 57.3192' N84° 4.941' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Colima Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:26 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:55 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 29m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:40 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Colima’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,108 km
(689 mi) • Colima is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,219 km
(5,728 mi) • Colima is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
9.955° S, 95.918° E
The point exactly opposite Colima through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Colima, you'd surface nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, about 970 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 Colima

📍 Location Details

CityColima
StateSan José
CountryCosta Rica
ContinentNorth America
DistrictTibás
Time Zone-06:00
Founded1999-08-17

📈 Area & Population

Population15,875
Area (km²)2.01 km²
Area (mi²)0.78 mi²
Pop. Density7,898.01 /km²
Elevation1,139 m / 3,737 ft
GPS (DD)9.9553, -84.0824

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Colima

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: San José
Parent Country: Costa Rica

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 15,875
🏆 State Rank: #19 of 35 most populous in San José
📏 Built-Up Area: 2.01 km²
👥 Population Density: 7,898 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Colima 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 San José.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
San JuanSan JoséNE1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
Calle BlancosSan JoséSE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
San JoséSan JoséS2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
GuadalupeSan JoséE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
San VicenteSan JoséE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
San Vicente de MoraviaSan JoséE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 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 Colima to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • San José
2 km (1 mi)
S of Colima • ~2m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • San Jose
160 km (99 mi)
NW of Colima • ~2h 40m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in San José

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
San José9.9339° N-84.0849° W1,133 m0 km🗺 View Map
San Isidro9.3674° N-83.6971° W713 m76 km🗺 View Map
Curridabat9.9139° N-84.036° W1,192 m6 km🗺 View Map
San Vicente9.9619° N-84.0494° W1,227 m5 km🗺 View Map
San Vicente de Moravia9.9616° N-84.0488° W1,240 m5 km🗺 View Map
Purral9.9569° N-84.0321° W1,283 m6 km🗺 View Map
San Miguel9.8712° N-84.0608° W1,216 m7 km🗺 View Map
San Pedro9.9283° N-84.0507° W1,199 m4 km🗺 View Map
San Rafael Abajo9.831° N-84.2901° W826 m25 km🗺 View Map
Ipís9.9655° N-84.0182° W1,310 m8 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Tobías Bolaños International Airport
IATA: SYQ
6 km (4 mi) from Colima
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🌍 Colima Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Colima Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Colima

The satellite view of Colima 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 Costa Rica map

🌎 Regional Position of Colima in San José

Colima sits within San José, Costa Rica, in the North 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 Colima Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Colima 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 San José. › Browse every city in San José

💻 Using Colima Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Colima 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 Costa Rica. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Colima Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Colima Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Colima?

The GPS coordinates of Colima are latitude 9.9553° and longitude -84.0824°. In directional format: 9.9553° N, 84.0824° W. These coordinates mark the center of Colima in San José and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Colima located?

Colima is a city in San José, Costa Rica, on the continent of North America. It falls within Tibás. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Colima?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Colima sits at: Latitude 9° 57' 19" N and Longitude 84° 4' 56" 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 Colima?

Colima has a population of approximately 15,875 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in San José.

🗺 How can I view Colima on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Colima is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 9.9553, -84.0824 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Colima in San José. For broader context, explore the San José state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Colima?

The nearest airport to Colima is Tobías Bolaños International Airport (SYQ), roughly 6 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Colima from San José?

Colima is approximately 2 km (1 mi) from San José, the capital of San José, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in San José.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Colima?

Colima sits at an elevation of approximately 1,139 meters (3,737 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for San José.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Colima?

The closest cities to Colima include San Juan, Calle Blancos, San José. 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 Colima today?

Today in Colima, sunrise is at 05:26 AM and sunset is at 05:55 PM, giving a day length of 12h 29m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Colima's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Colima from the Equator?

Colima is approximately 1,108 km (689 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,219 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 Colima?

The antipodal point of Colima — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, roughly 970 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 Colima from San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica?

Colima is approximately 160 km (99 mi) NW of San Jose, the national capital of Costa Rica, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.