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Current Date And Time In French Guiana

Friday, 31 July 2026
11:30:21 GFT
Capital: Cayenne
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (GFT)
Population: 307,750

🗺️ Map of French Guiana - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of French Guiana featuring satellite imagery, geographic coordinates, regional boundaries and location intelligence. This comprehensive mapping tool provides accurate GPS positioning, territorial visualization and spatial data essential for business professionals, logistics planners, market researchers and location-based strategic decision-making.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time satellite views • Accurate latitude/longitude coordinates • Regional state mapping • Proximity analysis • Business location intelligence • Logistics route planning • Market territory insights • Mobile-responsive interface • Strategic geographic data for regional proximity analysis and territorial divisions research

🌐 Geographic Coordinates of French Guiana

📍 LATITUDE
3.934°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
53.126°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)3.9339° N53.1258° W
Signed Decimal Degrees3.9339-53.1258
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)3° 56' 2" N53° 7' 33" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)3° 56.0333' N53° 7.5469' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in French Guiana Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:29 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:48 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 19m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:38 PM
Calculated for today (31 Jul 2026) from French Guiana’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
438 km
(272 mi) • French Guiana's center is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
5,900 km
(3,666 mi) • French Guiana's center is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
3.934° S, 126.874° E
The point exactly opposite French Guiana's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from French Guiana, you'd surface nearest to Namrole, Indonesia, about 19 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 French Guiana

📍 Location Details

CountryFrench Guiana
ContinentSouth America
CapitalCayenne
Country CodeGUF
Time Zone-03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population307,750
Area (km²)91,000.00 km²
Area (mi²)35,135.28 mi²
Pop. Density3.38 /km²
Elevation275 m / 904 ft

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: 2 countries
Geographic Status: 🌊 Coastal Nation
Bordering Countries:

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 0.2 km² (0.1 mi²)
🟢 Land: 0.1 km² (0.0 mi²) - 50.0%
🔵 Water: 0.1 km² (0.0 mi²) - 50.0%
🌍 World Share: 0.000% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #113 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #184 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #13 of 14 in South America

✈️ Distance & Flight Time Calculator

Find the aerial distance from French Guiana to all neighboring countries — measured capital city to capital city using the Haversine great-circle formula (the shortest path across Earth's surface). Each row shows the straight-line distance in both kilometers (km) and miles (mi), plus an estimated flight time calculated at a standard commercial cruise speed of 900 km/h.

Use this French Guiana flight distance calculator to plan international travel, estimate fuel costs for charter flights, compare cross-border shipping routes and research how far French Guiana is from its neighbors. Click the 🗺️ map link on any row to view the route visually on Google Maps.

Neighboring CountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Flight TimeMap
Brazil
Capital: Brasilia
S2,025 km1,258 mi~ 2h 15m🗺️ View
Suriname
Capital: Paramaribo
W322 km200 mi~ 21m🗺️ View

Note: Distances are calculated as straight-line (great circle) distances between capital cities. Actual flight routes and times may vary based on air traffic, wind conditions and routing.

📌 How Central Is French Guiana's Capital?

Cayenne → Geographic Center of French Guiana
142 km (88 mi)
Cayenne sits SW of the country's geographic center • straight-line distance

🗺️ GPS Coordinates of Major States in French Guiana

Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude and elevation), plus straight-line distance from Cayenne, French Guiana's national capital, for the largest states/provinces in French Guiana. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.

State / RegionLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
Guyane3.9339° N-53.1258° W275 m142 km🗺 View Map

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in French Guiana

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in French Guiana, along with each city's aerial distance from Cayenne, French Guiana's national capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameStateLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
CayenneGuyane4.9381° N-52.3346° W7 m0 km🗺 View Map
MatouryGuyane4.8492° N-52.3236° W13 m10 km🗺 View Map
Saint-Laurent-du-MaroniGuyane5.5015° N-54.0292° W10 m198 km🗺 View Map
KourouGuyane5.1628° N-52.6427° W7 m42 km🗺 View Map
Rémire-MontjolyGuyane4.9167° N-52.2667° W7 m8 km🗺 View Map
ApatouGuyane5.1553° N-54.3431° W15 m224 km🗺 View Map
Grand-SantiGuyane4.273° N-54.3815° W52 m239 km🗺 View Map
MacouriaGuyane4.9122° N-52.3743° W14 m5 km🗺 View Map
MaripasoulaGuyane3.6416° N-54.0317° W106 m237 km🗺 View Map
ManaGuyane5.6691° N-53.779° W5 m179 km🗺 View Map
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🗺️ Complete Guide to French Guiana Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding French Guiana Geography

The interactive map of French Guiana provides real-time satellite imagery combined with accurate geographic coordinates, enabling precise location intelligence for business professionals and strategic planners. This comprehensive mapping solution integrates territorial boundaries, regional divisions and GPS positioning data essential for logistics optimization, market territory analysis and location-based decision-making.

Geographic coordinates displayed include latitude and longitude values measured in decimal degrees, providing the exact center point of French Guiana's territory. These coordinates serve as critical reference data for GPS navigation systems, geographic information systems (GIS), spatial database management and location-based service development.

🎯 Business Applications of French Guiana Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across French Guiana
  • Market Territory Analysis: Define sales regions, analyze market coverage and identify expansion opportunities
  • Site Selection: Evaluate potential business locations using geographic intelligence and proximity data
  • Supply Chain Management: Track shipments, monitor transportation corridors and analyze delivery zones
  • Competitive Intelligence: Map competitor locations, analyze geographic market share and identify underserved areas
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate geographic risk factors including natural hazards, political boundaries and infrastructure accessibility

🌐 Geographic Data & Coordinate Systems

The latitude and longitude coordinates presented on the French Guiana map utilize the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) standard, ensuring compatibility with GPS devices, mapping software and international mapping platforms. Coordinates are displayed in decimal degrees format for precision and universal compatibility.

📊 Geographic Data Specifications:

  • Coordinate System: WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984)
  • Format: Decimal Degrees (DD)
  • Precision: Up to 6 decimal places for meter-level accuracy
  • Hemisphere Indicators: N/S for latitude, E/W for longitude
  • Map Projection: Mercator projection for web mapping

💡 Strategic Location Intelligence

  • Regional Proximity: Analyze neighboring countries for cross-border business opportunities and trade corridors
  • State/Province Mapping: Understand internal territorial divisions for regional market strategies
  • Distance Calculations: Measure aerial distances between locations for logistics cost estimation
  • Timezone Alignment: Coordinate operations across regions considering time differences
  • Infrastructure Mapping: Identify major cities, transportation hubs and communication networks
  • Market Density Analysis: Visualize population centers and economic activity zones

💡 Pro Tip: Use the interactive map's zoom and pan features to explore specific regions of French Guiana. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our French Guiana Mapping Solution

  • State/Region Access: Navigate to internal territorial divisions instantly
  • Free Geographic Data: No registration or payment required
  • Professional Tool: Ideal for business logistics, market research and strategic planning
  • Cross-Referenced Data: Links to population, timezone and national symbols data
  • API Integration Ready: Coordinates compatible with all major mapping platforms

Frequently Asked Questions About French Guiana Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of French Guiana?

The geographic center of French Guiana is located at approximately 3.934° N (Latitude) and 53.126° W (Longitude). These coordinates use the WGS84 datum and provide the central reference point for geographic information systems and GPS navigation.

🗺️ How can I use French Guiana map data for business?

Business professionals use French Guiana mapping data for logistics optimization, market territory analysis, site selection, supply chain management and competitive intelligence. The geographic coordinates enable precise location tracking, while the interactive map helps visualize regional markets, transportation corridors and strategic business locations across French Guiana.

🌍 Which countries border French Guiana?

You can explore countries near French Guiana by clicking on our Nearby Countries section. The sidebar also displays Map Of Other Countries showing neighboring nations within close geographic proximity, perfect for analyzing regional trade opportunities and cross-border business strategies.

📊 Can I see states and regions within French Guiana?

Yes! Visit our French Guiana States & Regions page to explore internal territorial divisions including provinces, states and administrative regions. This data is essential for regional market segmentation, territory management and localized business strategies within French Guiana.

⏰ What timezone is French Guiana in?

French Guiana operates in UTC-03:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our French Guiana Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the French Guiana map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our French Guiana interactive map is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures perfect viewing on all screen sizes with touch-friendly controls for zoom, pan and navigation. Access critical geographic intelligence on-the-go for field operations, sales territory management and location-based decision-making.

🔍 What other geographic data is available for French Guiana?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for French Guiana including population statistics, land area measurements, GDP/economic indicators, currency exchange rates, timezone offsets, national symbols, capital city information, ISO country codes, dialing codes, internet domains and neighboring country analysis. Visit the French Guiana main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of French Guiana show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes French Guiana's key location facts in one place — continent, capital, country code and time zone, alongside population, total area in km² and mi², population density and elevation. It's a quick-reference snapshot for researchers, students and business users who need core geographic data without digging through multiple pages.

📍 Where can I find GPS coordinates for states and cities in French Guiana?

Scroll down to the GPS Coordinates of Major States and GPS Coordinates of Major Cities tables on this page. Both list the largest states/provinces and cities in French Guiana ranked by population, with precise latitude/longitude values and direct links to each location's own satellite map — useful for routing, GIS integration and location intelligence work.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in French Guiana today?

Today, measured from French Guiana's geographic center, sunrise is at 06:29 AM and sunset is at 06:48 PM, giving a day length of 12h 19m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above. Note that a large country may span several time zones or sunrise/sunset times depending on the region.

📍 How far is French Guiana from the Equator?

French Guiana's geographic center is approximately 438 km (272 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere, and about 5,900 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 French Guiana?

The antipodal point of French Guiana's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Namrole, Indonesia, roughly 19 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.

📌 How far is French Guiana's capital from the country's geographic center?

Cayenne sits approximately 142 km (88 mi) SW of French Guiana's geographic center. See the capital centrality card above for the full figure.