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Current Date And Time In Papeete, French Polynesia

Sunday, 26 July 2026
08:29:50 TAHT
Capital: Papeete
Currency: CFP franc (XPF)
Timezone: UTC -10:00 (TAHT)
Population: 282,567

🗺️ Map of French Polynesia - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of French Polynesia 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 Polynesia

📍 LATITUDE
17.68°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
149.407°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)17.6797° S149.4068° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-17.6797-149.4068
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)17° 40' 47" S149° 24' 25" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)17° 40.7845' S149° 24.4106' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in French Polynesia Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:24 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:43 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 18m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:04 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from French Polynesia’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,968 km
(1,223 mi) • French Polynesia's center is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,846 km
(9,847 mi) • French Polynesia's center is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
17.68° N, 30.593° E
The point exactly opposite French Polynesia's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from French Polynesia, you'd surface nearest to Ad Dabbah, Sudan, about 56 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 Polynesia

📍 Location Details

CountryFrench Polynesia
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
CapitalPapeete
Country CodePYF
Time Zone-10:00 to -09:00

📈 Area & Population

Population282,567
Area (km²)4,167.00 km²
Area (mi²)1,608.89 mi²
Pop. Density73.84 /km²
Elevation816 m / 2,678 ft

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: Island nation - No land borders
Geographic Status: 🌊 Coastal Nation

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 4,167 km² (1,609 mi²)
🟢 Land: 3,827 km² (1,478 mi²) - 91.8%
🔵 Water: 340.0 km² (131.3 mi²) - 8.2%
🌍 World Share: 0.003% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #175 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #187 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #9 of 28 in Australia And Oceania

🗺️ GPS Coordinates of Major States in French Polynesia

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

State / RegionLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
Austral Islands-23° S-150° W-595 km🗺 View Map
Îles du Vent-17.538° S-149.4183° W536 m16 km🗺 View Map
Îles Marquises-9.7812° S-139.0817° W866 m1,419 km🗺 View Map
Leeward Islands-16.3954° S-152.7871° W-387 km🗺 View Map
Marquesas Islands-8.9° S-139.6° W-1,441 km🗺 View Map
Tuamotu-Gambier Islands-18.0333° S-141.4167° W-847 km🗺 View Map

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in French Polynesia

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in French Polynesia, along with each city's aerial distance from Papeete, French Polynesia'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
FaaaÎles du Vent-17.5593° S-149.6035° W72 m25 km🗺 View Map
PapeeteÎles du Vent-17.5347° S-149.5684° W42 m24 km🗺 View Map
PunaauiaÎles du Vent-17.6333° S-149.6° W24 m21 km🗺 View Map
PiraeÎles du Vent-17.5299° S-149.5512° W26 m23 km🗺 View Map
MahinaÎles du Vent-17.5065° S-149.489° W12 m21 km🗺 View Map
PaeaÎles du Vent-17.6833° S-149.5833° W16 m19 km🗺 View Map
PapaoÎles du Vent-17.75° S-149.55° W7 m17 km🗺 View Map
ArueÎles du Vent-17.5276° S-149.5344° W39 m22 km🗺 View Map
VaitoareAustral Islands-16.6762° S-151.4574° W45 m245 km🗺 View Map
AfaahitiÎles du Vent-17.744° S-149.3244° W16 m11 km🗺 View Map
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🗺️ Complete Guide to French Polynesia Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding French Polynesia Geography

The interactive map of French Polynesia 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 Polynesia'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 Polynesia Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across French Polynesia
  • 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 Polynesia 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 Polynesia. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our French Polynesia 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 Polynesia Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of French Polynesia?

The geographic center of French Polynesia is located at approximately 17.68° S (Latitude) and 149.407° 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 Polynesia map data for business?

Business professionals use French Polynesia 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 Polynesia.

🌍 Which countries border French Polynesia?

You can explore countries near French Polynesia 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 Polynesia?

Yes! Visit our French Polynesia 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 Polynesia.

⏰ What timezone is French Polynesia in?

French Polynesia operates in UTC-10:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our French Polynesia Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the French Polynesia map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our French Polynesia 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 Polynesia?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for French Polynesia 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 Polynesia main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of French Polynesia show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes French Polynesia'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 Polynesia?

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 Polynesia 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 Polynesia today?

Today, measured from French Polynesia's geographic center, sunrise is at 06:24 AM and sunset is at 05:43 PM, giving a day length of 11h 18m. 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 Polynesia from the Equator?

French Polynesia's geographic center is approximately 1,968 km (1,223 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere, and about 15,846 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 Polynesia?

The antipodal point of French Polynesia's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Ad Dabbah, Sudan, roughly 56 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.