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Pirae, Îles du Vent, French Polynesia – French Polynesia Flag

Current Date And Time In Pirae, French Polynesia

Saturday, 25 July 2026
08:58:20 TAHT
Currency: CFP Franc (XPF)
Timezone: UTC -10:00 (TAHT)
Population: 14,475
District: Pirae

🗺 Map of Pirae, Îles du Vent, French Polynesia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Pirae, a city in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Pirae — 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 Pirae.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for French Polynesia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Pirae, Îles du Vent

📍 LATITUDE
17.53°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
149.551°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)17.5299° S149.5512° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-17.5299-149.5512
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)17° 31' 47" S149° 33' 4" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)17° 31.791' S149° 33.0714' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Pirae Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:25 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:44 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 19m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:04 PM
Calculated for today (25 Jul 2026) from Pirae’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,951 km
(1,213 mi) • Pirae is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,875 km
(9,864 mi) • Pirae is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
17.53° N, 30.449° E
The point exactly opposite Pirae through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Pirae, you'd surface nearest to Ad Dabbah, Sudan, about 78 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 Pirae

📍 Location Details

CityPirae
StateÎles du Vent
CountryFrench Polynesia
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
DistrictPirae
Time Zone-10:00 to -09:00
Founded1965-01-18

📈 Area & Population

Population14,475
Area (km²)35.00 km²
Area (mi²)13.51 mi²
Pop. Density413.57 /km²
Elevation26 m / 85 ft
GPS (DD)-17.5299, -149.5512

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Pirae

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Îles du Vent
Parent Country: French Polynesia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 14,475
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 22 most populous in Îles du Vent
📏 Built-Up Area: 35.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 414 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Pirae 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 Îles du Vent.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ArueÎles du VentE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
PapeeteÎles du VentW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
FaaaÎles du VentSW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
MahinaÎles du VentE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
PunaauiaÎles du VentSW13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
PaeaÎles du VentS17 km11 mi~17m🗺 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 Pirae to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Papeete
2 km (1 mi)
W of Pirae • ~2m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Îles du Vent

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Faaa-17.5593° S-149.6035° W72 m-🗺 View Map
Papeete-17.5347° S-149.5684° W42 m-🗺 View Map
Punaauia-17.6333° S-149.6° W24 m-🗺 View Map
Mahina-17.5065° S-149.489° W12 m-🗺 View Map
Paea-17.6833° S-149.5833° W16 m-🗺 View Map
Papao-17.75° S-149.55° W7 m-🗺 View Map
Arue-17.5276° S-149.5344° W39 m-🗺 View Map
Afaahiti-17.744° S-149.3244° W16 m-🗺 View Map
Otutara-17.7721° S-149.4134° W9 m-🗺 View Map
Paopao-17.5186° S-149.8219° W45 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Fa'a'ā International Airport
IATA: PPT
6 km (4 mi) from Pirae
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🌍 Pirae Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Pirae Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Pirae

The satellite view of Pirae 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 Polynesia map

🌎 Regional Position of Pirae in Îles du Vent

Pirae sits within Îles du Vent, French Polynesia, in the Australia And Oceania 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 Pirae Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Pirae 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 Îles du Vent. › Browse every city in Îles du Vent

💻 Using Pirae Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Pirae 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 Polynesia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Pirae Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Pirae Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Pirae?

The GPS coordinates of Pirae are latitude -17.5299° and longitude -149.5512°. In directional format: 17.5299° S, 149.5512° W. These coordinates mark the center of Pirae in Îles du Vent and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Pirae located?

Pirae is a city in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. It falls within Pirae. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Pirae?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Pirae sits at: Latitude 17° 31' 47" S and Longitude 149° 33' 4" 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 Pirae?

Pirae has a population of approximately 14,475 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Îles du Vent.

🗺 How can I view Pirae on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Pirae is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -17.5299, -149.5512 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Pirae in Îles du Vent. For broader context, explore the Îles du Vent state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Pirae?

The nearest airport to Pirae is Fa'a'ā International Airport (PPT), roughly 6 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Pirae?

Pirae sits at an elevation of approximately 26 meters (85 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Îles du Vent.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Pirae?

The closest cities to Pirae include Arue, Papeete, Faaa. 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 Pirae today?

Today in Pirae, sunrise is at 06:25 AM and sunset is at 05:44 PM, giving a day length of 11h 19m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Pirae's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Pirae from the Equator?

Pirae is approximately 1,951 km (1,213 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 15,875 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 Pirae?

The antipodal point of Pirae — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Ad Dabbah, Sudan, roughly 78 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 Pirae from Papeete, the capital of French Polynesia?

Pirae is approximately 2 km (1 mi) W of Papeete, the national capital of French Polynesia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.