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Baracoa, Guantánamo Province, Cuba – Cuba Flag

Current Date And Time In Baracoa, Cuba

Thursday, 13 August 2026
11:06:19 CDT
Currency: Cuban Peso (CUP)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (CDT)
Population: 48,362
District: Municipio de Baracoa

🗺 Map of Baracoa, Guantánamo Province, Cuba – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Baracoa, a city in Guantánamo Province, Cuba, 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 Baracoa — 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 Baracoa.

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 Cuba operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Baracoa, Guantánamo Province

📍 LATITUDE
20.347°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
74.496°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)20.3471° N74.4962° W
Signed Decimal Degrees20.3471-74.4962
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)20° 20' 50" N74° 29' 46" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)20° 20.8266' N74° 29.7744' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Baracoa Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:35 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:29 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 53m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:02 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Baracoa’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,265 km
(1,407 mi) • Baracoa is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
7,775 km
(4,831 mi) • Baracoa is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
20.347° S, 105.504° E
The point exactly opposite Baracoa through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Baracoa, you'd surface nearest to North West Cape, Australia, about 901 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 Baracoa

📍 Location Details

CityBaracoa
StateGuantánamo Province
CountryCuba
ContinentNorth America
DistrictMunicipio de Baracoa
Time Zone-05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population48,362
Elevation12 m / 39 ft
GPS (DD)20.3471, -74.4962

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Baracoa

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Guantánamo Province
Parent Country: Cuba

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 48,362
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 5 most populous in Guantánamo Province

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Baracoa 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 Guantánamo Province.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
La MáquinaGuantánamo ProvinceSE33 km20 mi~33m🗺 View
MaisíGuantánamo ProvinceE38 km23 mi~38m🗺 View
San Antonio del SurGuantánamo ProvinceSW46 km29 mi~46m🗺 View
PalenqueGuantánamo ProvinceW49 km31 mi~49m🗺 View
Río Guayabal de YaterasGuantánamo ProvinceW54 km34 mi~54m🗺 View
GuantánamoGuantánamo ProvinceW78 km48 mi~1h 18m🗺 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 Baracoa to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Guantánamo
78 km (48 mi)
W of Baracoa • ~1h 18m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Havana
871 km (541 mi)
W of Baracoa • ~14h 31m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Guantánamo Province

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Guantánamo20.1444° N-75.2092° W56 m0 km🗺 View Map
Maisí20.2467° N-74.1518° W16 m111 km🗺 View Map
Río Guayabal de Yateras20.3667° N-75.0167° W438 m32 km🗺 View Map
Naval Station Guantanamo Bay19.9158° N-75.1439° W17 m26 km🗺 View Map
La Máquina20.192° N-74.2272° W375 m103 km🗺 View Map
Palenque20.3637° N-74.9704° W420 m35 km🗺 View Map
San Antonio del Sur20.0576° N-74.8105° W12 m43 km🗺 View Map
Yateras19.9031° N-75.0967° W25 m29 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Gustavo Rizo Airport
IATA: BCA
2 km (1 mi) from Baracoa
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🌍 Baracoa Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Baracoa Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Baracoa

The satellite view of Baracoa 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 Cuba map

🌎 Regional Position of Baracoa in Guantánamo Province

Baracoa sits within Guantánamo Province, Cuba, 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 Baracoa Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Baracoa 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 Guantánamo Province. › Browse every city in Guantánamo Province

💻 Using Baracoa Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Baracoa 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 Cuba. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Baracoa Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Baracoa Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Baracoa?

The GPS coordinates of Baracoa are latitude 20.3471° and longitude -74.4962°. In directional format: 20.3471° N, 74.4962° W. These coordinates mark the center of Baracoa in Guantánamo Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Baracoa located?

Baracoa is a city in Guantánamo Province, Cuba, on the continent of North America. It falls within Municipio de Baracoa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Baracoa?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Baracoa sits at: Latitude 20° 20' 50" N and Longitude 74° 29' 46" 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 Baracoa?

Baracoa has a population of approximately 48,362 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Guantánamo Province.

🗺 How can I view Baracoa on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Baracoa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 20.3471, -74.4962 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Baracoa in Guantánamo Province. For broader context, explore the Guantánamo Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Baracoa?

The nearest airport to Baracoa is Gustavo Rizo Airport (BCA), roughly 2 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Baracoa from Guantánamo?

Baracoa is approximately 78 km (48 mi) from Guantánamo, the capital of Guantánamo Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Guantánamo Province.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Baracoa?

Baracoa sits at an elevation of approximately 12 meters (39 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Guantánamo Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Baracoa?

The closest cities to Baracoa include La Máquina, Maisí, San Antonio del Sur. 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 Baracoa today?

Today in Baracoa, sunrise is at 06:35 AM and sunset is at 07:29 PM, giving a day length of 12h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Baracoa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Baracoa from the Equator?

Baracoa is approximately 2,265 km (1,407 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 7,775 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 Baracoa?

The antipodal point of Baracoa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to North West Cape, Australia, roughly 901 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 Baracoa from Havana, the capital of Cuba?

Baracoa is approximately 871 km (541 mi) W of Havana, the national capital of Cuba, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.