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Salcajá, Quetzaltenango, Guatemala – Guatemala Flag

Current Date And Time In Salcajá, Guatemala

Tuesday, 11 August 2026
23:07:10 CST
Currency: Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Population: 19,434

🗺 Map of Salcajá, Quetzaltenango, Guatemala – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Salcajá, a city in Quetzaltenango, 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 Salcajá — 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 Salcajá.

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 Salcajá, Quetzaltenango

📍 LATITUDE
14.88°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
91.457°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)14.8796° N91.457° W
Signed Decimal Degrees14.8796-91.457
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)14° 52' 47" N91° 27' 25" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)14° 52.7784' N91° 27.4194' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Salcajá Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:50 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:31 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 41m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:10 PM
Calculated for today (11 Aug 2026) from Salcajá’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,656 km
(1,029 mi) • Salcajá is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,840 km
(6,114 mi) • Salcajá is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
14.88° S, 88.543° E
The point exactly opposite Salcajá through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Salcajá, you'd surface nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, about 1,874 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 Salcajá

📍 Location Details

CitySalcajá
StateQuetzaltenango
CountryGuatemala
ContinentNorth America
Time Zone-06:00

📈 Area & Population

Population19,434
Elevation2,322 m / 7,618 ft
GPS (DD)14.8796, -91.457

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Salcajá

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Quetzaltenango
Parent Country: Guatemala

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 19,434
🏆 State Rank: #7 of 24 most populous in Quetzaltenango
🏠 Share of Quetzaltenango Population: 2.211%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Salcajá 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 Quetzaltenango.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
OlintepequeQuetzaltenangoW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
CantelQuetzaltenangoS8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
QuetzaltenangoQuetzaltenangoSW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
AlmolongaQuetzaltenangoSW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
San Francisco la UniónQuetzaltenangoNW10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
ZunilQuetzaltenangoS11 km7 mi~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 Salcajá to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Quetzaltenango
8 km (5 mi)
SW of Salcajá • ~8m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Guatemala City
105 km (65 mi)
E of Salcajá • ~1h 45m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Quetzaltenango

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Quetzaltenango14.8446° N-91.5232° W2,351 m0 km🗺 View Map
Coatepeque14.7041° N-91.8643° W500 m40 km🗺 View Map
Ostuncalco14.869° N-91.6214° W2,506 m11 km🗺 View Map
Colomba14.7073° N-91.7317° W1,011 m27 km🗺 View Map
Cantel14.8115° N-91.4554° W2,364 m8 km🗺 View Map
Cabricán15.0749° N-91.648° W2,617 m29 km🗺 View Map
La Esperanza14.8717° N-91.5614° W2,465 m5 km🗺 View Map
El Palmar14.6508° N-91.578° W733 m22 km🗺 View Map
Zunil14.7846° N-91.4835° W2,086 m8 km🗺 View Map
Almolonga14.8159° N-91.4946° W2,261 m4 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Retalhuleu Airport
IATA: RER
47 km (29 mi) from Salcajá
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🌍 Salcajá Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Salcajá Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Salcajá

The satellite view of Salcajá 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 Salcajá in Quetzaltenango

Salcajá sits within Quetzaltenango, 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 Salcajá Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Salcajá 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 Quetzaltenango. › Browse every city in Quetzaltenango

💻 Using Salcajá Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Salcajá 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 Salcajá Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Salcajá Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Salcajá?

The GPS coordinates of Salcajá are latitude 14.8796° and longitude -91.457°. In directional format: 14.8796° N, 91.457° W. These coordinates mark the center of Salcajá in Quetzaltenango and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Salcajá located?

Salcajá is a city in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, on the continent of North America. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Salcajá?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Salcajá sits at: Latitude 14° 52' 47" N and Longitude 91° 27' 25" 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 Salcajá?

Salcajá has a population of approximately 19,434 people. This is roughly 2.211% of Quetzaltenango's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Quetzaltenango.

🗺 How can I view Salcajá on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Salcajá is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 14.8796, -91.457 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Salcajá in Quetzaltenango. For broader context, explore the Quetzaltenango state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Salcajá?

The nearest airport to Salcajá is Retalhuleu Airport (RER), roughly 47 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Salcajá from Quetzaltenango?

Salcajá is approximately 8 km (5 mi) from Quetzaltenango, the capital of Quetzaltenango, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Quetzaltenango.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Salcajá?

Salcajá sits at an elevation of approximately 2,322 meters (7,618 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Quetzaltenango.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Salcajá?

The closest cities to Salcajá include Olintepeque, Cantel, Quetzaltenango. 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 Salcajá today?

Today in Salcajá, sunrise is at 05:50 AM and sunset is at 06:31 PM, giving a day length of 12h 41m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Salcajá's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Salcajá from the Equator?

Salcajá is approximately 1,656 km (1,029 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,840 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 Salcajá?

The antipodal point of Salcajá — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, roughly 1,874 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 Salcajá from Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala?

Salcajá is approximately 105 km (65 mi) E of Guatemala City, the national capital of Guatemala, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.