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Current Date And Time In Playa Grande, Guatemala

Friday, 14 August 2026
10:55:35 CST
State: Quiché
Currency: Guatemalan Quetzal (GTQ)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)

🗺 Map of Playa Grande, Quiché, Guatemala – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Playa Grande, a city in Quiché, 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 Playa Grande — 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 Playa Grande.

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 Playa Grande, Quiché

📍 LATITUDE
15.986°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
90.773°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)15.9855° N90.7729° W
Signed Decimal Degrees15.9855-90.7729
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)15° 59' 8" N90° 46' 23" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)15° 59.13' N90° 46.3752' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Playa Grande Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:46 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:29 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 42m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:07 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Playa Grande’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,780 km
(1,106 mi) • Playa Grande is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,714 km
(6,036 mi) • Playa Grande is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
15.986° S, 89.227° E
The point exactly opposite Playa Grande through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Playa Grande, you'd surface nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, about 1,923 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 Playa Grande

📍 Location Details

CityPlaya Grande
StateQuiché
CountryGuatemala
ContinentNorth America
Time Zone-06:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation200 m / 656 ft
GPS (DD)15.9855, -90.7729

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Playa Grande

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Playa Grande 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 Quiché.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ChajulQuichéSW62 km39 mi~1h 2m🗺 View
San Juan CotzalQuichéSW67 km42 mi~1h 7m🗺 View
ChicamánQuichéS71 km44 mi~1h 11m🗺 View
UspantánQuichéS72 km45 mi~1h 12m🗺 View
NebajQuichéSW76 km47 mi~1h 16m🗺 View
CunénQuichéS77 km48 mi~1h 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 Playa Grande to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Santa Cruz del Quiché
114 km (71 mi)
S of Playa Grande • ~1h 54m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Guatemala City
152 km (95 mi)
S of Playa Grande • ~2h 32m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Quiché

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Chichicastenango14.9433° N-91.1112° W2,077 m10 km🗺 View Map
Santa Cruz del Quiché15.03° N-91.1488° W1,979 m0 km🗺 View Map
Nebaj15.4061° N-91.1468° W1,909 m42 km🗺 View Map
Joyabaj14.9931° N-90.8016° W1,432 m38 km🗺 View Map
Sacapulas15.288° N-91.0891° W1,198 m29 km🗺 View Map
Chajul15.4852° N-91.0352° W1,987 m52 km🗺 View Map
San Juan Cotzal15.4337° N-91.0348° W1,769 m47 km🗺 View Map
Zacualpa15.0268° N-90.8782° W1,502 m29 km🗺 View Map
Cunén15.3363° N-91.0278° W1,824 m36 km🗺 View Map
Uspantán15.3467° N-90.8705° W1,836 m46 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Mundo Maya International Airport
IATA: FRS
141 km (88 mi) from Playa Grande
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🌍 Playa Grande Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Playa Grande Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Playa Grande

The satellite view of Playa Grande 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 Playa Grande in Quiché

Playa Grande sits within Quiché, 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 Playa Grande Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Playa Grande 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 Quiché. › Browse every city in Quiché

💻 Using Playa Grande Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Playa Grande 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 Playa Grande Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Playa Grande Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Playa Grande?

The GPS coordinates of Playa Grande are latitude 15.9855° and longitude -90.7729°. In directional format: 15.9855° N, 90.7729° W. These coordinates mark the center of Playa Grande in Quiché and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Playa Grande located?

Playa Grande is a city in Quiché, 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 Playa Grande?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Playa Grande sits at: Latitude 15° 59' 8" N and Longitude 90° 46' 23" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Playa Grande on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Playa Grande is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 15.9855, -90.7729 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Playa Grande in Quiché. For broader context, explore the Quiché state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Playa Grande?

The nearest airport to Playa Grande is Mundo Maya International Airport (FRS), roughly 141 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Playa Grande from Santa Cruz del Quiché?

Playa Grande is approximately 114 km (71 mi) from Santa Cruz del Quiché, the capital of Quiché, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Quiché.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Playa Grande?

Playa Grande sits at an elevation of approximately 200 meters (656 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Quiché.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Playa Grande?

The closest cities to Playa Grande include Chajul, San Juan Cotzal, Chicamán. 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 Playa Grande today?

Today in Playa Grande, sunrise is at 05:46 AM and sunset is at 06:29 PM, giving a day length of 12h 42m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Playa Grande's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Playa Grande from the Equator?

Playa Grande is approximately 1,780 km (1,106 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,714 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 Playa Grande?

The antipodal point of Playa Grande — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, roughly 1,923 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 Playa Grande from Guatemala City, the capital of Guatemala?

Playa Grande is approximately 152 km (95 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.