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Mežciems, Riga, Latvia – Latvia Flag

Current Date And Time In Mežciems, Latvia

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
07:36:54 EEST
State: Riga
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 14,409
District: Rīga

🗺 Map of Mežciems, Riga, Latvia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Mežciems, a city in Riga, Latvia, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Mežciems — 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 Mežciems.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Latvia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Mežciems, Riga

📍 LATITUDE
56.969°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
24.234°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)56.9691° N24.2343° E
Signed Decimal Degrees56.969124.2343
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)56° 58' 9" N24° 14' 3" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)56° 58.1436' N24° 14.0562' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Mežciems Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:42 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:13 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 31m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:28 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Mežciems’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
6,342 km
(3,941 mi) • Mežciems is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,471 km
(914 mi) • Mežciems is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
56.969° S, 155.766° W
The point exactly opposite Mežciems through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Mežciems, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 2,049 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 Mežciems

📍 Location Details

CityMežciems
StateRiga
CountryLatvia
ContinentEurope
DistrictRīga
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population14,409
Elevation7 m / 23 ft
GPS (DD)56.9691, 24.2343

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Mežciems

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Riga
Parent Country: Latvia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 14,409
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 13 most populous in Riga

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mežciems 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 Riga.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
DreiliņiRigaS3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
ČiekurkalnsRigaNW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
BerģiRigaNE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
DarzciemsRigaSW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
MežaparksRigaNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
BukultiRigaN6 km4 mi~6m🗺 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 Mežciems to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Riga
8 km (5 mi)
W of Mežciems • ~8m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Riga

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Riga56.946° N24.1059° E6 m-🗺 View Map
Darzciems56.9456° N24.1746° E5 m-🗺 View Map
Bolderaja57.0313° N24.0557° E9 m-🗺 View Map
Daugavgriva57.0432° N24.0361° E6 m-🗺 View Map
Čiekurkalns56.9844° N24.1726° E9 m-🗺 View Map
Dreiliņi56.9438° N24.2425° E8 m-🗺 View Map
Mežaparks57.0001° N24.16° E11 m-🗺 View Map
Berģi56.9864° N24.2992° E14 m-🗺 View Map
Jaunciems57.0391° N24.1741° E4 m-🗺 View Map
Vecriga56.9497° N24.1042° E17 m-🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Riga International Airport
IATA: RIX
17 km (10 mi) from Mežciems
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🌍 Mežciems Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Mežciems Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Mežciems

The satellite view of Mežciems 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 Latvia map

🌎 Regional Position of Mežciems in Riga

Mežciems sits within Riga, Latvia, in the Europe 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 Mežciems Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Mežciems 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 Riga. › Browse every city in Riga

💻 Using Mežciems Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Mežciems 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 Latvia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Mežciems Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Mežciems Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Mežciems?

The GPS coordinates of Mežciems are latitude 56.9691° and longitude 24.2343°. In directional format: 56.9691° N, 24.2343° E. These coordinates mark the center of Mežciems in Riga and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Mežciems located?

Mežciems is a city in Riga, Latvia, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Rīga. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Mežciems?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mežciems sits at: Latitude 56° 58' 9" N and Longitude 24° 14' 3" E. 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 Mežciems?

Mežciems has a population of approximately 14,409 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Riga.

🗺 How can I view Mežciems on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Mežciems is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 56.9691, 24.2343 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mežciems in Riga. For broader context, explore the Riga state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Mežciems?

The nearest airport to Mežciems is Riga International Airport (RIX), roughly 17 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Mežciems?

Mežciems sits at an elevation of approximately 7 meters (23 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Riga.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Mežciems?

The closest cities to Mežciems include Dreiliņi, Čiekurkalns, Berģi. 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 Mežciems today?

Today in Mežciems, sunrise is at 05:42 AM and sunset is at 09:13 PM, giving a day length of 15h 31m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mežciems's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Mežciems from the Equator?

Mežciems is approximately 6,342 km (3,941 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,471 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 Mežciems?

The antipodal point of Mežciems — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 2,049 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 Mežciems from Riga, the capital of Latvia?

Mežciems is approximately 8 km (5 mi) W of Riga, the national capital of Latvia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.