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Rocafuerte, Esmeraldas, Ecuador – Ecuador Flag

Current Date And Time In Rocafuerte, Ecuador

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
07:44:34 ECT
State: Esmeraldas
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (ECT)
District: Rio Verde

🗺 Map of Rocafuerte, Esmeraldas, Ecuador – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Rocafuerte, a city in Esmeraldas, 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 Rocafuerte — 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 Rocafuerte.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Rocafuerte, Esmeraldas

📍 LATITUDE
1.067°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
79.374°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)1.0674° N79.3737° W
Signed Decimal Degrees1.0674-79.3737
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)1° 4' 2" N79° 22' 25" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)1° 4.041' N79° 22.4244' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Rocafuerte Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:16 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:28 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 11m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:22 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Rocafuerte’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
119 km
(74 mi) • Rocafuerte is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,834 km
(5,489 mi) • Rocafuerte is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
1.067° S, 100.626° E
The point exactly opposite Rocafuerte through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Rocafuerte, you'd surface nearest to Arosuka, Indonesia, about 13 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 Rocafuerte

📍 Location Details

CityRocafuerte
StateEsmeraldas (Provincia de Esmeraldas)
CountryEcuador
ContinentSouth America
DistrictRio Verde
Time Zone-06:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

GPS (DD)1.0674, -79.3737

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Rocafuerte

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Esmeraldas
Parent Country: Ecuador

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rocafuerte 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 Esmeraldas.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Río VerdeEsmeraldasW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
MontalvoEsmeraldasE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
LagartoEsmeraldasE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
ChontaduroEsmeraldasSW17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
ChumundéEsmeraldasS27 km17 mi~27m🗺 View
EsmeraldasEsmeraldasW33 km21 mi~33m🗺 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 Rocafuerte to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Esmeraldas
33 km (21 mi)
W of Rocafuerte • ~33m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Quito
172 km (107 mi)
SE of Rocafuerte • ~2h 52m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Esmeraldas

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Esmeraldas0.9592° N-79.654° W18 m0 km🗺 View Map
Rosa Zarate0.3278° N-79.4741° W88 m73 km🗺 View Map
San Lorenzo de Esmeraldas1.2863° N-78.8351° W14 m98 km🗺 View Map
Muisne0.6105° N-80.0186° W4 m56 km🗺 View Map
Valdez1.2492° N-78.9831° W7 m81 km🗺 View Map
Pampanal de Bolívar1.3525° N-78.8936° W7 m95 km🗺 View Map
Anchayacu0.9546° N-79.059° W3 m66 km🗺 View Map
Atacames0.869° N-79.8481° W1 m24 km🗺 View Map
Bolívar0.446° N-80.0438° W1 m72 km🗺 View Map
Borbón1.0881° N-78.9895° W15 m75 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Carlos Concha Torres International Airport
IATA: ESM
30 km (19 mi) from Rocafuerte
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🌍 Rocafuerte Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Rocafuerte Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Rocafuerte

The satellite view of Rocafuerte 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

🌎 Regional Position of Rocafuerte in Esmeraldas

Rocafuerte sits within Esmeraldas, 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Rocafuerte Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Rocafuerte 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 Esmeraldas. › Browse every city in Esmeraldas

💻 Using Rocafuerte Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Rocafuerte 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

📊 How to Use Rocafuerte Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Rocafuerte Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Rocafuerte?

The GPS coordinates of Rocafuerte are latitude 1.0674° and longitude -79.3737°. In directional format: 1.0674° N, 79.3737° W. These coordinates mark the center of Rocafuerte in Esmeraldas and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Rocafuerte located?

Rocafuerte is a city in Esmeraldas, Ecuador, on the continent of South America. It falls within Rio Verde. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Rocafuerte?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rocafuerte sits at: Latitude 1° 4' 2" N and Longitude 79° 22' 25" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Rocafuerte on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Rocafuerte is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 1.0674, -79.3737 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rocafuerte in Esmeraldas. For broader context, explore the Esmeraldas state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Rocafuerte?

The nearest airport to Rocafuerte is Carlos Concha Torres International Airport (ESM), roughly 30 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Rocafuerte from Esmeraldas?

Rocafuerte is approximately 33 km (21 mi) from Esmeraldas, the capital of Esmeraldas, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Esmeraldas.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Rocafuerte?

The closest cities to Rocafuerte include Río Verde, Montalvo, Lagarto. 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 Rocafuerte today?

Today in Rocafuerte, sunrise is at 06:16 AM and sunset is at 06:28 PM, giving a day length of 12h 11m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rocafuerte's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Rocafuerte from the Equator?

Rocafuerte is approximately 119 km (74 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,834 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 Rocafuerte?

The antipodal point of Rocafuerte — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Arosuka, Indonesia, roughly 13 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 Rocafuerte from Quito, the capital of Ecuador?

Rocafuerte is approximately 172 km (107 mi) SE of Quito, the national capital of Ecuador, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.