Current Date And Time In Latacunga, Ecuador
Monday, 27 July 2026
02:47:44 ECT
State: Cotopaxi
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (ECT)
Population: 205,624
District: Latacunga
Explore the interactive satellite map of Latacunga, a city in Cotopaxi, 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 Latacunga — 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 Latacunga.
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) | 0.9342° S | 78.6152° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -0.9342 | -78.6152 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 0° 56' 3" S | 78° 36' 55" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 0° 56.0544' S | 78° 36.912' W |
| City | Latacunga |
| State | Cotopaxi (Provincia de Cotopaxi) |
| Country | Ecuador |
| Continent | South America |
| District | Latacunga |
| Time Zone | -06:00 to -05:00 |
| Founded | 1584-10-27 |
| Population | 205,624 |
| Area (km²) | 34.16 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 13.19 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 6,019.44 /km² |
| Elevation | 2,770 m / 9,088 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -0.9342, -78.6152 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Latacunga 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 Cotopaxi.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pujilí | Cotopaxi | W | 9 km | 6 mi | ~9m | 🗺 View |
| Saquisilí | Cotopaxi | NW | 12 km | 7 mi | ~12m | 🗺 View |
| Guaytacama | Cotopaxi | N | 12 km | 8 mi | ~12m | 🗺 View |
| San Miguel | Cotopaxi | S | 13 km | 8 mi | ~13m | 🗺 View |
| Joséguango Bajo | Cotopaxi | N | 13 km | 8 mi | ~13m | 🗺 View |
| Tanicuchí | Cotopaxi | N | 17 km | 11 mi | ~17m | 🗺 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 Cotopaxi, the home state of Latacunga, along with each city's aerial distance from Latacunga, Cotopaxi'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Maná | -0.941° S | -79.2266° W | 742 m | 68 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pujilí | -0.9576° S | -78.6964° W | 2,944 m | 9 km | 🗺 View Map |
| San Miguel | -1.0456° S | -78.5902° W | 2,650 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Saquisilí | -0.8399° S | -78.667° W | 2,919 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Antonio José de Holguín | -1.098° S | -78.6037° W | 2,634 m | 18 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chucchilán | -0.7995° S | -78.9207° W | 3,105 m | 37 km | 🗺 View Map |
| El Corazón | -1.1366° S | -79.0814° W | 1,500 m | 57 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Guasaganda Centro | -0.8029° S | -79.16° W | 604 m | 62 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Guaytacama | -0.825° S | -78.6416° W | 2,947 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Isinliví | -0.7593° S | -78.8698° W | 3,102 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
Cotopaxi International Airport IATA: LTX 3 km (2 mi) from Latacunga |
The exact GPS location of Latacunga gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Cotopaxi. 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 Cotopaxi 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 Latacunga are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Latacunga 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
Latacunga sits within Cotopaxi, 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 Latacunga 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 Cotopaxi. › Browse every city in Cotopaxi
Coordinates for Latacunga 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 Latacunga are latitude -0.9342° and longitude -78.6152°. In directional format: 0.9342° S, 78.6152° W. These coordinates mark the center of Latacunga in Cotopaxi and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Latacunga is a city in Cotopaxi, Ecuador, on the continent of South America. It falls within Latacunga. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Latacunga sits at: Latitude 0° 56' 3" S and Longitude 78° 36' 55" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Latacunga has a population of approximately 205,624 people. This is roughly 42.136% of Cotopaxi's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Cotopaxi.
The interactive satellite map of Latacunga is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -0.9342, -78.6152 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Latacunga in Cotopaxi. For broader context, explore the Cotopaxi state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Latacunga is Cotopaxi International Airport (LTX), roughly 3 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Latacunga sits at an elevation of approximately 2,770 meters (9,088 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Cotopaxi.
The closest cities to Latacunga include Pujilí, Saquisilí, Guaytacama. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Latacunga, sunrise is at 06:17 AM and sunset is at 06:24 PM, giving a day length of 12h 6m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Latacunga's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Latacunga is approximately 104 km (65 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 8,750 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Latacunga — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Balai Pungut, Indonesia, roughly 17 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.
Latacunga is approximately 79 km (49 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.
