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Saraguro, Loja, Ecuador – Ecuador Flag

Current Date And Time In Saraguro, Ecuador

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
04:54:40 ECT
State: Loja
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (ECT)
District: Saraguro

🗺 Map of Saraguro, Loja, Ecuador – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Saraguro, a city in Loja, 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 Saraguro — 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 Saraguro.

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 Saraguro, Loja

📍 LATITUDE
3.625°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
79.239°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)3.6246° S79.2392° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-3.6246-79.2392
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)3° 37' 29" S79° 14' 21" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)3° 37.4754' S79° 14.3514' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Saraguro Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:21 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:22 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 1m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:21 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Saraguro’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
403 km
(251 mi) • Saraguro is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,803 km
(5,470 mi) • Saraguro is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
3.625° N, 100.761° E
The point exactly opposite Saraguro through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Saraguro, you'd surface nearest to Sungai Besar, Malaysia, about 26 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 Saraguro

📍 Location Details

CitySaraguro
StateLoja (Provincia de Loja)
CountryEcuador
ContinentSouth America
DistrictSaraguro
Time Zone-06:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation2,496 m / 8,189 ft
GPS (DD)-3.6246, -79.2392

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Saraguro

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Saraguro 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 Loja.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
UrdanetaLojaNE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
San Pablo de TentaLojaNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
El Paraíso de CelénLojaW11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
San LucasLojaS13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
Selva AlegreLojaNW14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
SantiagoLojaS19 km12 mi~19m🗺 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 Saraguro to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Loja
41 km (26 mi)
S of Saraguro • ~41m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Quito
386 km (240 mi)
N of Saraguro • ~6h 26m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Loja

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Loja-3.9931° S-79.2042° W2,060 m0 km🗺 View Map
Catamayo-3.9866° S-79.3576° W1,452 m17 km🗺 View Map
Cariamanga-4.328° S-79.5558° W2,185 m54 km🗺 View Map
Macará-4.3818° S-79.9452° W549 m93 km🗺 View Map
Catacocha-4.0503° S-79.6498° W1,874 m50 km🗺 View Map
Celica-4.103° S-79.956° W2,003 m84 km🗺 View Map
Amarillos-3.8723° S-79.6932° W972 m56 km🗺 View Map
Buenavista-3.8919° S-79.7157° W1,062 m58 km🗺 View Map
Cangonamá-3.9653° S-79.7028° W1,771 m55 km🗺 View Map
Chaguarpamba-3.8778° S-79.6446° W1,291 m51 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Mariscal Lamar Airport
IATA: CUE
86 km (54 mi) from Saraguro
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🌍 Saraguro Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Saraguro Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Saraguro

The satellite view of Saraguro 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 Saraguro in Loja

Saraguro sits within Loja, 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 Saraguro Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Saraguro 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 Loja. › Browse every city in Loja

💻 Using Saraguro Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Saraguro 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 Saraguro Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Saraguro Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Saraguro?

The GPS coordinates of Saraguro are latitude -3.6246° and longitude -79.2392°. In directional format: 3.6246° S, 79.2392° W. These coordinates mark the center of Saraguro in Loja and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Saraguro located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Saraguro?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Saraguro sits at: Latitude 3° 37' 29" S and Longitude 79° 14' 21" 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 Saraguro on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Saraguro is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -3.6246, -79.2392 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Saraguro in Loja. For broader context, explore the Loja state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Saraguro?

The nearest airport to Saraguro is Mariscal Lamar Airport (CUE), roughly 86 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Saraguro from Loja?

Saraguro is approximately 41 km (26 mi) from Loja, the capital of Loja, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Loja.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Saraguro?

Saraguro sits at an elevation of approximately 2,496 meters (8,189 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Loja.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Saraguro?

The closest cities to Saraguro include Urdaneta, San Pablo de Tenta, El Paraíso de Celén. 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 Saraguro today?

Today in Saraguro, sunrise is at 06:21 AM and sunset is at 06:22 PM, giving a day length of 12h 1m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Saraguro's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Saraguro from the Equator?

Saraguro is approximately 403 km (251 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 8,803 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 Saraguro?

The antipodal point of Saraguro — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Sungai Besar, Malaysia, roughly 26 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 Saraguro from Quito, the capital of Ecuador?

Saraguro is approximately 386 km (240 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.