Current Date And Time In Gualaceo, Ecuador
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
11:02:17 ECT
State: Azuay
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (ECT)
Population: 17,122
District: Gualaceo
Explore the interactive satellite map of Gualaceo, a city in Azuay, Ecuador, 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 Gualaceo — 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 Gualaceo.
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 Ecuador operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 2.8942° S | 78.7791° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -2.8942 | -78.7791 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 2° 53' 39" S | 78° 46' 45" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 2° 53.6508' S | 78° 46.7442' W |
| City | Gualaceo |
| State | Azuay (Provincia de Azuay) |
| Country | Ecuador |
| Continent | South America |
| District | Gualaceo |
| Time Zone | -06:00 to -05:00 |
| Founded | 1534-04-01 |
| Population | 17,122 |
| Area (km²) | 6.62 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 2.56 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 2,586.40 /km² |
| Elevation | 2,429 m / 7,970 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -2.8942, -78.7791 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gualaceo 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 Azuay.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chordeleg | Azuay | S | 3 km | 2 mi | ~3m | 🗺 View |
| La Unión | Azuay | N | 5 km | 3 mi | ~5m | 🗺 View |
| Mariano Moreno | Azuay | NE | 7 km | 4 mi | ~7m | 🗺 View |
| Nulti | Azuay | W | 8 km | 5 mi | ~8m | 🗺 View |
| Llacao | Azuay | W | 12 km | 7 mi | ~12m | 🗺 View |
| Paute | Azuay | N | 13 km | 8 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Azuay, the home state of Gualaceo, along with each city's aerial distance from Cuenca, Azuay's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cuenca | -2.8953° S | -78.9963° W | 2,484 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nulti | -2.9167° S | -78.85° W | 3,087 m | 16 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Llacao | -2.8667° S | -78.8833° W | 2,524 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| La Unión | -2.85° S | -78.7833° W | 2,437 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chiquintad | -2.8133° S | -79.0025° W | 2,719 m | 9 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chordeleg | -2.9229° S | -78.7753° W | 2,398 m | 25 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gima | -3.1911° S | -78.9579° W | 2,763 m | 33 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Girón | -3.1604° S | -79.1475° W | 2,091 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Las Nieves | -3.3419° S | -79.1153° W | 2,531 m | 51 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mariano Moreno | -2.8561° S | -78.7309° W | 3,292 m | 30 km | 🗺 View Map |
Mariscal Lamar Airport IATA: CUE 23 km (14 mi) from Gualaceo |
The exact GPS location of Gualaceo gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Azuay. 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 Azuay state-level map data
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 Gualaceo are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Gualaceo 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 Ecuador map
Gualaceo sits within Azuay, Ecuador, 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Gualaceo 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 Azuay. › Browse every city in Azuay
Coordinates for Gualaceo 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 Ecuador. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Gualaceo are latitude -2.8942° and longitude -78.7791°. In directional format: 2.8942° S, 78.7791° W. These coordinates mark the center of Gualaceo in Azuay and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Gualaceo is a city in Azuay, Ecuador, on the continent of South America. It falls within Gualaceo. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Gualaceo sits at: Latitude 2° 53' 39" S and Longitude 78° 46' 45" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Gualaceo has a population of approximately 17,122 people. This is roughly 1.943% of Azuay's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Azuay.
The interactive satellite map of Gualaceo is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -2.8942, -78.7791 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Gualaceo in Azuay. For broader context, explore the Azuay state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Gualaceo is Mariscal Lamar Airport (CUE), roughly 23 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Gualaceo is approximately 24 km (15 mi) from Cuenca, the capital of Azuay, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Azuay.
Gualaceo sits at an elevation of approximately 2,429 meters (7,970 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Azuay.
The closest cities to Gualaceo include Chordeleg, La Unión, Mariano Moreno. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Gualaceo, sunrise is at 06:18 AM and sunset is at 06:21 PM, giving a day length of 12h 2m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Gualaceo's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Gualaceo is approximately 322 km (200 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 8,759 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Gualaceo — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Bagan Pulau Ketam, Malaysia, roughly 15 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.
Gualaceo is approximately 298 km (185 mi) N of Quito, the national capital of Ecuador, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
