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Apatou, Guyane, French Guiana โ€“ French Guiana Flag

Current Date And Time In Apatou, French Guiana

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
19:08:23 GFT
State: Guyane
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (GFT)
Population: 10,059
District: Guyane

🗺 Map of Apatou, Guyane, French Guiana – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Apatou, a city in Guyane, French Guiana, 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 Apatou โ€” 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 Apatou.

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 French Guiana operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Apatou, Guyane

📍 LATITUDE
5.155°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
54.343°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)5.1553° N54.3431° W
Signed Decimal Degrees5.1553-54.3431
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)5° 9' 19" N54° 20' 35" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)5° 9.3156' N54° 20.5866' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Apatou Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:32 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:52 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 19m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:42 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Apatou’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
574 km
(357 mi) • Apatou is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
6,025 km
(3,744 mi) • Apatou is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
5.155° S, 125.657° E
The point exactly opposite Apatou through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Apatou, you'd surface nearest to Leksula, Indonesia, about 182 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 Apatou

📍 Location Details

CityApatou
StateGuyane
CountryFrench Guiana
ContinentSouth America
DistrictGuyane
Time Zone-03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population10,059
Area (km²)2,020.00 km²
Area (mi²)779.93 mi²
Pop. Density4.98 /km²
Elevation15 m / 49 ft
GPS (DD)5.1553, -54.3431

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Apatou

Nearby Cities Found: 5 cities
Parent State: Guyane
Parent Country: French Guiana

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 10,059
🏆 State Rank: #6 of 16 most populous in Guyane
🏠 Share of Guyane Population: 3.460%
📏 Built-Up Area: 2,020.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 5 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Apatou 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 Guyane.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Saint-Laurent-du-MaroniGuyaneNE52 km32 mi~52m🗺 View
Awala-YalimapoGuyaneNE81 km50 mi~1h 21m🗺 View
ManaGuyaneNE85 km53 mi~1h 25m🗺 View
Grand-SantiGuyaneS98 km61 mi~1h 38m🗺 View
IracouboGuyaneE131 km81 mi~2h 11m🗺 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 Apatou to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Cayenne
224 km (139 mi)
E of Apatou • ~3h 44m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Cayenne
224 km (139 mi)
E of Apatou • ~3h 44m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Guyane

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Cayenne4.9381° N-52.3346° W7 m0 km🗺 View Map
Matoury4.8492° N-52.3236° W13 m10 km🗺 View Map
Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni5.5015° N-54.0292° W10 m198 km🗺 View Map
Kourou5.1628° N-52.6427° W7 m42 km🗺 View Map
Rรฉmire-Montjoly4.9167° N-52.2667° W7 m8 km🗺 View Map
Grand-Santi4.273° N-54.3815° W52 m239 km🗺 View Map
Macouria4.9122° N-52.3743° W14 m5 km🗺 View Map
Maripasoula3.6416° N-54.0317° W106 m237 km🗺 View Map
Mana5.6691° N-53.779° W5 m179 km🗺 View Map
Sinnamary5.3768° N-52.9568° W6 m84 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport
IATA: LDX
50 km (31 mi) from Apatou
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🌍 Apatou Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Apatou Matter

The exact GPS location of Apatou gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Guyane. 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 โ€” DD, DMS and DDM โ€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Guyane state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Apatou

The satellite view of Apatou 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 French Guiana map

🌎 Regional Position of Apatou in Guyane

Apatou sits within Guyane, French Guiana, 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 Apatou Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Apatou 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 Guyane. › Browse every city in Guyane

💻 Using Apatou Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Apatou 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 French Guiana. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Apatou Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Apatou Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Apatou?

The GPS coordinates of Apatou are latitude 5.1553° and longitude -54.3431°. In directional format: 5.1553° N, 54.3431° W. These coordinates mark the center of Apatou in Guyane and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Apatou located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Apatou?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Apatou sits at: Latitude 5° 9' 19" N and Longitude 54° 20' 35" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Apatou?

Apatou has a population of approximately 10,059 people. This is roughly 3.460% of Guyane's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Guyane.

🗺 How can I view Apatou on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Apatou is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.1553, -54.3431 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Apatou in Guyane. For broader context, explore the Guyane state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Apatou?

The nearest airport to Apatou is Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport (LDX), roughly 50 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Apatou from Cayenne?

Apatou is approximately 224 km (139 mi) from Cayenne, the capital of Guyane, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Guyane.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Apatou?

Apatou sits at an elevation of approximately 15 meters (49 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Guyane.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Apatou?

The closest cities to Apatou include Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, Awala-Yalimapo, Mana. 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 Apatou today?

Today in Apatou, sunrise is at 06:32 AM and sunset is at 06:52 PM, giving a day length of 12h 19m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Apatou's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Apatou from the Equator?

Apatou is approximately 574 km (357 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,025 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 Apatou?

The antipodal point of Apatou — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Leksula, Indonesia, roughly 182 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 Apatou from Cayenne, the capital of French Guiana?

Apatou is approximately 224 km (139 mi) E of Cayenne, the national capital of French Guiana, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.