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San Nicolás, Copán Department, Honduras – Honduras Flag

Current Date And Time In San Nicolás, Honduras

Thursday, 13 August 2026
19:27:39 CST
Currency: Honduran Lempira (HNL)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Population: 2,231
District: San Nicolás

🗺 Map of San Nicolás, Copán Department, Honduras – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of San Nicolás, a city in Copán Department, Honduras, 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 San Nicolás — 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 San Nicolás.

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 Honduras operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of San Nicolás, Copán Department

📍 LATITUDE
15.003°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
88.752°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)15.0034° N88.7517° W
Signed Decimal Degrees15.0034-88.7517
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)15° 0' 12" N88° 45' 6" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)15° 0.2046' N88° 45.1002' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in San Nicolás Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:39 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:19 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 40m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:59 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from San Nicolás’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,670 km
(1,038 mi) • San Nicolás is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,543 km
(5,930 mi) • San Nicolás is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
15.003° S, 91.248° E
The point exactly opposite San Nicolás through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from San Nicolás, you'd surface nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, about 1,709 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 San Nicolás

📍 Location Details

CitySan Nicolás
StateCopán Department (Copan)
CountryHonduras
ContinentNorth America
DistrictSan Nicolás
Time Zone-06:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,231
Elevation699 m / 2,293 ft
GPS (DD)15.0034, -88.7517

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of San Nicolás

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Copán Department
Parent Country: Honduras

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,231
🏆 State Rank: #10 of 40 most populous in Copán Department
🏠 Share of Copán Department Population: 0.583%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from San Nicolás 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 Copán Department.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Pueblo NuevoCopán DepartmentSE0 km0 mi~0m🗺 View
La JiguaCopán DepartmentNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
Trinidad de CopánCopán DepartmentS7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
La EntradaCopán DepartmentN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
San Juan de PlanesCopán DepartmentSW9 km5 mi~9m🗺 View
FloridaCopán DepartmentW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 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 San Nicolás to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Santa Rosa de Copán
26 km (16 mi)
S of San Nicolás • ~26m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tegucigalpa
195 km (121 mi)
SE of San Nicolás • ~3h 15m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Copán Department

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Copán Department, the home state of San Nicolás, along with each city's aerial distance from Santa Rosa de Copán, Copán Department's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Santa Rosa de Copán14.7739° N-88.7756° W1,123 m0 km🗺 View Map
La Entrada15.0638° N-88.7463° W508 m32 km🗺 View Map
Copán Ruinas14.8394° N-89.1558° W612 m42 km🗺 View Map
Florida15.0269° N-88.8357° W504 m29 km🗺 View Map
Corquín14.5667° N-88.8667° W909 m25 km🗺 View Map
Dulce Nombre14.848° N-88.8316° W1,122 m10 km🗺 View Map
Cucuyagua14.6478° N-88.8739° W746 m18 km🗺 View Map
Santa Rita, Copan14.8675° N-89.1° W724 m36 km🗺 View Map
Trinidad de Copán14.9457° N-88.7422° W861 m19 km🗺 View Map
Chalmeca15.0958° N-88.6804° W510 m37 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Puerto Barrios Airport
IATA: PBR
83 km (51 mi) from San Nicolás
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🌍 San Nicolás Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of San Nicolás Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for San Nicolás

The satellite view of San Nicolás 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 Honduras map

🌎 Regional Position of San Nicolás in Copán Department

San Nicolás sits within Copán Department, Honduras, 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 San Nicolás Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of San Nicolás 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 Copán Department. › Browse every city in Copán Department

💻 Using San Nicolás Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for San Nicolás 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 Honduras. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use San Nicolás Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About San Nicolás Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of San Nicolás?

The GPS coordinates of San Nicolás are latitude 15.0034° and longitude -88.7517°. In directional format: 15.0034° N, 88.7517° W. These coordinates mark the center of San Nicolás in Copán Department and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is San Nicolás located?

San Nicolás is a city in Copán Department, Honduras, on the continent of North America. It falls within San Nicolás. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of San Nicolás?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, San Nicolás sits at: Latitude 15° 0' 12" N and Longitude 88° 45' 6" 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 San Nicolás?

San Nicolás has a population of approximately 2,231 people. This is roughly 0.583% of Copán Department's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Copán Department.

🗺 How can I view San Nicolás on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of San Nicolás is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 15.0034, -88.7517 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate San Nicolás in Copán Department. For broader context, explore the Copán Department state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to San Nicolás?

The nearest airport to San Nicolás is Puerto Barrios Airport (PBR), roughly 83 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is San Nicolás from Santa Rosa de Copán?

San Nicolás is approximately 26 km (16 mi) from Santa Rosa de Copán, the capital of Copán Department, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Copán Department.

⛰️ What is the elevation of San Nicolás?

San Nicolás sits at an elevation of approximately 699 meters (2,293 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Copán Department.

🗺 Which cities are closest to San Nicolás?

The closest cities to San Nicolás include Pueblo Nuevo, La Jigua, Trinidad de Copán. 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 San Nicolás today?

Today in San Nicolás, sunrise is at 05:39 AM and sunset is at 06:19 PM, giving a day length of 12h 40m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from San Nicolás's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is San Nicolás from the Equator?

San Nicolás is approximately 1,670 km (1,038 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,543 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 San Nicolás?

The antipodal point of San Nicolás — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, roughly 1,709 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 San Nicolás from Tegucigalpa, the capital of Honduras?

San Nicolás is approximately 195 km (121 mi) SE of Tegucigalpa, the national capital of Honduras, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.