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El Chol, Baja Verapaz, Guatemala – Guatemala Flag

Current Date And Time In El Chol, Guatemala

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
15:35:53 CST
Currency: Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Population: 2,391
District: Municipio de El Chol

🗺 Map of El Chol, Baja Verapaz, Guatemala – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of El Chol, a city in Baja Verapaz, Guatemala, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for El Chol — 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 El Chol.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of El Chol, Baja Verapaz

📍 LATITUDE
14.961°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
90.488°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)14.9606° N90.488° W
Signed Decimal Degrees14.9606-90.488
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)14° 57' 38" N90° 29' 17" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)14° 57.633' N90° 29.2794' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in El Chol Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:46 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:27 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 41m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:06 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from El Chol’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,665 km
(1,035 mi) • El Chol is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,732 km
(6,047 mi) • El Chol is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
14.961° S, 89.512° E
The point exactly opposite El Chol through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from El Chol, you'd surface nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, about 1,814 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 El Chol

📍 Location Details

CityEl Chol
StateBaja Verapaz
CountryGuatemala
ContinentNorth America
DistrictMunicipio de El Chol
Time Zone-06:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,391
Elevation1,030 m / 3,379 ft
GPS (DD)14.9606, -90.488

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of El Chol

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Baja Verapaz
Parent Country: Guatemala

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,391
🏆 State Rank: #7 of 8 most populous in Baja Verapaz
🏠 Share of Baja Verapaz Population: 0.759%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from El Chol 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 Baja Verapaz.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
GranadosBaja VerapazSW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
RabinalBaja VerapazN14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
San Miguel ChicajBaja VerapazNE18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
CubulcoBaja VerapazNW22 km14 mi~22m🗺 View
SalamáBaja VerapazNE24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
San JerónimoBaja VerapazNE29 km18 mi~29m🗺 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 El Chol to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Salamá
24 km (15 mi)
NE of El Chol • ~24m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Guatemala City
36 km (22 mi)
S of El Chol • ~36m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Baja Verapaz

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Salamá15.1021° N-90.3191° W936 m0 km🗺 View Map
Rabinal15.0853° N-90.4926° W975 m19 km🗺 View Map
San Miguel Chicaj15.0947° N-90.3944° W943 m8 km🗺 View Map
Cubulco15.1045° N-90.6287° W1,000 m33 km🗺 View Map
San Jerónimo15.0603° N-90.2405° W1,001 m10 km🗺 View Map
Purulhá15.2357° N-90.2357° W1,560 m17 km🗺 View Map
Granados14.9165° N-90.5229° W1,018 m30 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
La Aurora International Airport
IATA: GUA
42 km (26 mi) from El Chol
🗺️ Map of other cities
🗺 Map of Purulhá
States By Alphabets

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🌍 El Chol Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of El Chol Matter

The exact GPS location of El Chol gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Baja Verapaz. 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 Baja Verapaz state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for El Chol

The satellite view of El Chol 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 Guatemala map

🌎 Regional Position of El Chol in Baja Verapaz

El Chol sits within Baja Verapaz, Guatemala, in the North 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 El Chol Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of El Chol 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 Baja Verapaz. › Browse every city in Baja Verapaz

💻 Using El Chol Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for El Chol 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 Guatemala. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use El Chol Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About El Chol Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of El Chol?

The GPS coordinates of El Chol are latitude 14.9606° and longitude -90.488°. In directional format: 14.9606° N, 90.488° W. These coordinates mark the center of El Chol in Baja Verapaz and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is El Chol located?

El Chol is a city in Baja Verapaz, Guatemala, on the continent of North America. It falls within Municipio de El Chol. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of El Chol?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, El Chol sits at: Latitude 14° 57' 38" N and Longitude 90° 29' 17" 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 El Chol?

El Chol has a population of approximately 2,391 people. This is roughly 0.759% of Baja Verapaz's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Baja Verapaz.

🗺 How can I view El Chol on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of El Chol is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 14.9606, -90.488 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate El Chol in Baja Verapaz. For broader context, explore the Baja Verapaz state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to El Chol?

The nearest airport to El Chol is La Aurora International Airport (GUA), roughly 42 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is El Chol from Salamá?

El Chol is approximately 24 km (15 mi) from Salamá, the capital of Baja Verapaz, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Baja Verapaz.

⛰️ What is the elevation of El Chol?

El Chol sits at an elevation of approximately 1,030 meters (3,379 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Baja Verapaz.

🗺 Which cities are closest to El Chol?

The closest cities to El Chol include Granados, Rabinal, San Miguel Chicaj. 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 El Chol today?

Today in El Chol, sunrise is at 05:46 AM and sunset is at 06:27 PM, giving a day length of 12h 41m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from El Chol's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is El Chol from the Equator?

El Chol is approximately 1,665 km (1,035 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,732 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 El Chol?

The antipodal point of El Chol — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, roughly 1,814 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 El Chol from Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala?

El Chol is approximately 36 km (22 mi) S of Guatemala City, the national capital of Guatemala, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.