Current Date And Time In Chiapas, Mexico
Thursday, 30 July 2026
15:36:35 CDT
Capital: Tuxtla Gutiérrez
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CDT)
Population: 5,543,828
Area: 73,311.00 km²
State Code: CHP
Explore the interactive satellite map of Chiapas, a state or administrative region of Mexico, 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 Chiapas — 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 Chiapas in Mexico.
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 Mexico operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 16.7569° N | 93.1292° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 16.7569 | -93.1292 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 16° 45' 25" N | 93° 7' 45" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 16° 45.4159' N | 93° 7.7541' W |
| State / Region | Chiapas |
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Tuxtla Gutiérrez |
| State Code | CHP |
| Time Zone | -08:00 to -06:00 |
| Districts | 124 |
| Population | 5,543,828 |
| Area (km²) | 73,311.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 28,305.52 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 34.57 /km² |
| Elevation | 536 m / 1,757 ft |
| Area Rank | #10 in Mexico |
| Population Rank | #8 of 32 in Mexico |
| GPS (DD) | 16.7569, -93.1292 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Chiapas 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 Mexico.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tabasco | Mexico | NE | 132 km | 82 mi | ~1h 39m | 🗺 View |
| Oaxaca | Mexico | W | 384 km | 239 mi | ~4h 48m | 🗺 View |
| Veracruz | Mexico | NW | 416 km | 259 mi | ~5h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Campeche | Mexico | NE | 438 km | 272 mi | ~5h 28m | 🗺 View |
| Quintana Roo | Mexico | NE | 561 km | 348 mi | ~7h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Puebla | Mexico | NW | 594 km | 369 mi | ~7h 26m | 🗺 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 Chiapas, along with each city's aerial distance from Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Chiapas'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuxtla | 16.7536° N | -93.1158° W | 535 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tapachula | 14.9054° N | -92.2589° W | 165 m | 224 km | 🗺 View Map |
| San Cristóbal de las Casas | 16.7301° N | -92.6383° W | 2,183 m | 50 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Comitán | 16.24° N | -92.1367° W | 1,655 m | 118 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pijijiapan | 15.6862° N | -93.2094° W | 47 m | 119 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chiapa de Corzo | 16.7075° N | -93.0122° W | 429 m | 11 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Palenque | 17.5091° N | -91.9813° W | 94 m | 146 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Cintalapa de Figueroa | 16.6839° N | -93.7181° W | 577 m | 66 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ocosingo | 16.9063° N | -92.0935° W | 882 m | 109 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ocozocoautla de Espinosa | 16.7612° N | -93.3743° W | 873 m | 29 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Chiapas is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Mexico. 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 Chiapas on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mexico.
The satellite view of Chiapas 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 Mexico national map
Chiapas occupies a distinct geographic zone within Mexico 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 Chiapas 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 Mexico. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Chiapas 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 Mexico. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Chiapas are latitude 16.7569° and longitude -93.1292°. In directional format: 16.7569° N, 93.1292° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Chiapas in Mexico and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Chiapas is a state or administrative region of Mexico, located in North America. Its capital city is Tuxtla Gutiérrez. View the exact position of Chiapas on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Chiapas is at: Latitude 16° 45' 25" N and Longitude 93° 7' 45" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Chiapas covers a total area of approximately 73,311.00 km² (28,305.52 mi²). This is roughly 3.72% of Mexico's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Chiapas is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 16.7569, -93.1292 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Chiapas in Mexico. For broader context, explore the Mexico national map or nearby states.
Today in Chiapas, sunrise is at 06:51 AM and sunset is at 07:46 PM, giving a day length of 12h 54m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Chiapas's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Chiapas is approximately 1,865 km (1,159 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,927 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Chiapas — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tuapejat, Indonesia, roughly 2,149 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.
