Current Date And Time In Morona-Santiago Province, Ecuador
Sunday, 26 July 2026
11:45:03 ECT
Capital: Macas
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (ECT)
Population: 196,000
Area: 24,004.41 km²
State Code: S
Explore the interactive satellite map of Morona-Santiago Province, a state or administrative region of 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 Morona-Santiago Province — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Morona-Santiago Province in Ecuador.
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) | 2.3051° S | 78.1147° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -2.3051 | -78.1147 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 2° 18' 18" S | 78° 6' 53" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 2° 18.3064' S | 78° 6.8812' W |
| State / Region | Morona-Santiago Province (Provincia de Morona Santiago) |
| Country | Ecuador |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Macas |
| State Code | S |
| Time Zone | -06:00 to -05:00 |
| Districts | 12 |
| Population | 196,000 |
| Area (km²) | 24,004.41 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 9,268.15 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 8.21 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,004 m / 3,295 ft |
| Area Rank | #2 in Ecuador |
| Population Rank | #18 of 23 in Ecuador |
| GPS (DD) | -2.3051, -78.1147 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Morona-Santiago Province to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Ecuador.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pastaza Province | Ecuador | N | 92 km | 57 mi | ~1h 9m | 🗺 View |
| Chimborazo Province | Ecuador | NW | 93 km | 58 mi | ~1h 10m | 🗺 View |
| Canar | Ecuador | W | 96 km | 60 mi | ~1h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Azuay | Ecuador | SW | 118 km | 73 mi | ~1h 28m | 🗺 View |
| Bolívar | Ecuador | NW | 123 km | 76 mi | ~1h 32m | 🗺 View |
| Tungurahua Province | Ecuador | NW | 126 km | 78 mi | ~1h 35m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Morona-Santiago Province, along with each city's aerial distance from Macas, Morona-Santiago Province's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macas | -2.3074° S | -78.1203° W | 1,315 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sucúa | -2.4574° S | -78.171° W | 1,076 m | 18 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Palora | -1.7009° S | -77.9661° W | 1,329 m | 70 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gualaquiza | -3.4035° S | -78.5815° W | 851 m | 132 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chiguinda | -3.2289° S | -78.7198° W | 2,732 m | 122 km | 🗺 View Map |
| General Leonidas Plaza Gutiérrez | -2.9668° S | -78.4321° W | 1,398 m | 81 km | 🗺 View Map |
| General Proaño | -2.2668° S | -78.1298° W | 1,582 m | 5 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Huambi | -2.5365° S | -78.1632° W | 729 m | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Huamboya | -1.9456° S | -77.991° W | 988 m | 43 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nueva Tarqui | -3.4586° S | -78.6644° W | 1,564 m | 142 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Morona-Santiago Province is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Ecuador. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Morona-Santiago Province on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Ecuador.
The satellite view of Morona-Santiago Province helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Ecuador national map
Morona-Santiago Province occupies a distinct geographic zone within Ecuador in the South America region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Morona-Santiago Province for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Ecuador. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Morona-Santiago Province 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 region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Ecuador. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Morona-Santiago Province are latitude -2.3051° and longitude -78.1147°. In directional format: 2.3051° S, 78.1147° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Morona-Santiago Province in Ecuador and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Morona-Santiago Province is a state or administrative region of Ecuador, located in South America. Its capital city is Macas. View the exact position of Morona-Santiago Province on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Morona-Santiago Province is at: Latitude 2° 18' 18" S and Longitude 78° 6' 53" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Morona-Santiago Province covers a total area of approximately 24,004.41 km² (9,268.15 mi²). This is roughly 8.47% of Ecuador's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Morona-Santiago Province is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -2.3051, -78.1147 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Morona-Santiago Province in Ecuador. For broader context, explore the Ecuador national map or nearby states.
Today in Morona-Santiago Province, sunrise is at 06:17 AM and sunset is at 06:20 PM, giving a day length of 12h 2m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Morona-Santiago Province's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Morona-Santiago Province is approximately 257 km (159 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 8,689 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Morona-Santiago Province — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Kampung Kuala Linggi, Malaysia, 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 place.
Macas, the capital of Morona-Santiago Province, is approximately 235 km (146 mi) N of Quito, the national capital of Ecuador, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
