Current Date And Time In Hanover, Jamaica
Monday, 27 July 2026
03:49:24 EST
Explore the interactive satellite map of Hanover, a state or administrative region of Jamaica, 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 Hanover — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Hanover in Jamaica.
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 Jamaica operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 18.4098° N | 78.1336° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 18.4098 | -78.1336 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 18° 24' 35" N | 78° 8' 1" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 18° 24.5862' N | 78° 8.0183' W |
| State / Region | Hanover |
| Country | Jamaica |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Lucea |
| Time Zone | -05:00 |
| Area (km²) | 430.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 166.02 mi² |
| Elevation | 78 m / 255 ft |
| Area Rank | #13 in Jamaica |
| GPS (DD) | 18.4098, -78.1336 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Hanover to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Jamaica.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westmoreland | Jamaica | S | 13 km | 8 mi | ~10m | 🗺 View |
| Saint James Parish | Jamaica | E | 29 km | 18 mi | ~22m | 🗺 View |
| Trelawny Parish | Jamaica | E | 56 km | 35 mi | ~42m | 🗺 View |
| St. Elizabeth | Jamaica | SE | 59 km | 37 mi | ~44m | 🗺 View |
| Manchester | Jamaica | SE | 76 km | 47 mi | ~57m | 🗺 View |
| Saint Ann Parish | Jamaica | E | 95 km | 59 mi | ~1h 11m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Hanover, along with each city's aerial distance from Lucea, Hanover's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbican | 18.4504° N | -78.1014° W | 12 m | 8 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lucea | 18.451° N | -78.1736° W | 12 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sandy Bay | 18.4485° N | -78.0732° W | 23 m | 11 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Cascade | 18.3975° N | -78.1034° W | 329 m | 9 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Hanover is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Jamaica. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Hanover on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Jamaica.
The satellite view of Hanover helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Jamaica national map
Hanover occupies a distinct geographic zone within Jamaica in the North America region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Hanover for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Jamaica. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Hanover 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 region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Jamaica. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Hanover are latitude 18.4098° and longitude -78.1336°. In directional format: 18.4098° N, 78.1336° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Hanover in Jamaica and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Hanover is a state or administrative region of Jamaica, located in North America. Its capital city is Lucea. View the exact position of Hanover on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Hanover is at: Latitude 18° 24' 35" N and Longitude 78° 8' 1" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Hanover covers a total area of approximately 430.00 km² (166.02 mi²). This is roughly 3.91% of Jamaica's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Hanover is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 18.4098, -78.1336 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Hanover in Jamaica. For broader context, explore the Jamaica national map or nearby states.
Today in Hanover, sunrise is at 05:47 AM and sunset is at 06:50 PM, giving a day length of 13h 2m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Hanover's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Hanover is approximately 2,049 km (1,273 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,253 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Hanover — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Simpang, Indonesia, roughly 1,327 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 place.
Lucea, the capital of Hanover, is approximately 154 km (96 mi) E of Kingston, the national capital of Jamaica, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.