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Riversdale, Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica – Jamaica Flag

Current Date And Time In Riversdale, Jamaica

Thursday, 13 August 2026
03:13:25 EST
Currency: Jamaican Dollar (JMD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (EST)
Population: 4,085
District: Riversdale

🗺 Map of Riversdale, Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Riversdale, a city in Saint Catherine Parish, 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 Riversdale β€” 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 Riversdale.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Riversdale, Saint Catherine Parish

📍 LATITUDE
18.166°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
76.964°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)18.1659° N76.9642° W
Signed Decimal Degrees18.1659-76.9642
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)18° 9' 57" N76° 57' 51" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)18° 9.9516' N76° 57.8502' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Riversdale Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:48 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:36 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 48m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:12 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Riversdale’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,022 km
(1,257 mi) • Riversdale is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,141 km
(5,058 mi) • Riversdale is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
18.166° S, 103.036° E
The point exactly opposite Riversdale through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Riversdale, you'd surface nearest to Pacitan, Indonesia, about 1,411 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 Riversdale

📍 Location Details

CityRiversdale
StateSaint Catherine Parish (Sin Kiachrin Parish)
CountryJamaica
ContinentNorth America
DistrictRiversdale
Time Zone-05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population4,085
Elevation157 m / 515 ft
GPS (DD)18.1659, -76.9642

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Riversdale

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent Country: Jamaica

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 4,085
🏆 State Rank: #10 of 11 most populous in Saint Catherine Parish
🏠 Share of Saint Catherine Parish Population: 0.772%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Riversdale 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 Saint Catherine Parish.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
LinsteadSaint Catherine ParishSW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
Bog WalkSaint Catherine ParishSW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
Above RocksSaint Catherine ParishSE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
EwartonSaint Catherine ParishW13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
Point HillSaint Catherine ParishSW17 km11 mi~17m🗺 View
Spanish TownSaint Catherine ParishS19 km12 mi~19m🗺 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 Riversdale to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Spanish Town
19 km (12 mi)
S of Riversdale • ~19m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Kingston
26 km (16 mi)
SE of Riversdale • ~26m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Saint Catherine Parish

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Spanish Town17.9911° N-76.9574° W31 m0 km🗺 View Map
Portmore17.971° N-76.8869° W7 m8 km🗺 View Map
Old Harbour17.9414° N-77.109° W30 m17 km🗺 View Map
Linstead18.1368° N-77.0317° W119 m18 km🗺 View Map
Bog Walk18.1021° N-77.0054° W86 m13 km🗺 View Map
Ewarton18.1833° N-77.0854° W226 m25 km🗺 View Map
Old Harbour Bay17.9092° N-77.0972° W5 m17 km🗺 View Map
Point Hill18.0899° N-77.1076° W613 m19 km🗺 View Map
Above Rocks18.1068° N-76.8761° W290 m15 km🗺 View Map
Lluidas Vale18.1276° N-77.1488° W383 m25 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Tinson Pen Airport
IATA: KTP
25 km (15 mi) from Riversdale
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🌍 Riversdale Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Riversdale Matter

The exact GPS location of Riversdale gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Saint Catherine Parish. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Saint Catherine Parish state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Riversdale

The satellite view of Riversdale 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 Jamaica map

🌎 Regional Position of Riversdale in Saint Catherine Parish

Riversdale sits within Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica, 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 Riversdale Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Riversdale 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 Saint Catherine Parish. › Browse every city in Saint Catherine Parish

💻 Using Riversdale Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Riversdale 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 Jamaica. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Riversdale Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Riversdale Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Riversdale?

The GPS coordinates of Riversdale are latitude 18.1659° and longitude -76.9642°. In directional format: 18.1659° N, 76.9642° W. These coordinates mark the center of Riversdale in Saint Catherine Parish and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Riversdale located?

Riversdale is a city in Saint Catherine Parish, Jamaica, on the continent of North America. It falls within Riversdale. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Riversdale?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Riversdale sits at: Latitude 18° 9' 57" N and Longitude 76° 57' 51" 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 Riversdale?

Riversdale has a population of approximately 4,085 people. This is roughly 0.772% of Saint Catherine Parish's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Saint Catherine Parish.

🗺 How can I view Riversdale on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Riversdale is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 18.1659, -76.9642 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Riversdale in Saint Catherine Parish. For broader context, explore the Saint Catherine Parish state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Riversdale?

The nearest airport to Riversdale is Tinson Pen Airport (KTP), roughly 25 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Riversdale from Spanish Town?

Riversdale is approximately 19 km (12 mi) from Spanish Town, the capital of Saint Catherine Parish, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Saint Catherine Parish.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Riversdale?

Riversdale sits at an elevation of approximately 157 meters (515 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Saint Catherine Parish.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Riversdale?

The closest cities to Riversdale include Linstead, Bog Walk, Above Rocks. 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 Riversdale today?

Today in Riversdale, sunrise is at 05:48 AM and sunset is at 06:36 PM, giving a day length of 12h 48m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Riversdale's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Riversdale from the Equator?

Riversdale is approximately 2,022 km (1,257 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,141 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 Riversdale?

The antipodal point of Riversdale — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Pacitan, Indonesia, roughly 1,411 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 Riversdale from Kingston, the capital of Jamaica?

Riversdale is approximately 26 km (16 mi) SE of Kingston, the national capital of Jamaica, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.