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San Rafael, Guerrero, Mexico – Mexico Flag

Current Date And Time In San Rafael, Mexico

Friday, 14 August 2026
14:24:21 CDT
State: Guerrero
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CDT)
Population: 1,274
District: Cochoapa el Grande

🗺 Map of San Rafael, Guerrero, Mexico – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of San Rafael, a city in Guerrero, 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 San Rafael — 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 Rafael.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of San Rafael, Guerrero

📍 LATITUDE
17.227°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
98.424°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)17.2267° N98.4242° W
Signed Decimal Degrees17.2267-98.4242
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)17° 13' 36" N98° 25' 27" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)17° 13.6002' N98° 25.4502' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in San Rafael Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:15 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:00 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 44m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:38 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from San Rafael’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,918 km
(1,192 mi) • San Rafael is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
10,465 km
(6,503 mi) • San Rafael is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
17.227° S, 81.576° E
The point exactly opposite San Rafael through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from San Rafael, you'd surface nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, about 1,927 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 Rafael

📍 Location Details

CitySan Rafael
StateGuerrero (Estado de Guerrero)
CountryMexico
ContinentNorth America
DistrictCochoapa el Grande
Time Zone-08:00 to -06:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,274
Elevation2,182 m / 7,159 ft
GPS (DD)17.2267, -98.4242

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of San Rafael

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Guerrero
Parent Country: Mexico

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,274
🏆 State Rank: #326 of 955 most populous in Guerrero
🏠 Share of Guerrero Population: 0.036%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from San Rafael 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 Guerrero.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Huexoapa (San Juan Huexoapa)GuerreroN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
YuvinaniGuerreroSE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
MetlatónocGuerreroSE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
Cochoapa el GrandeGuerreroSW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
San Pablo AtzompaGuerreroE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
Tierra BlancaGuerreroNW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 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 Rafael to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Mexico City
256 km (159 mi)
N of San Rafael • ~4h 16m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Guerrero

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Guerrero, the home state of San Rafael, along with each city's aerial distance from Chilpancingo de los Bravo, Guerrero's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Acapulco de Juárez16.8494° N-99.9089° W16 m-🗺 View Map
Chilpancingo17.5523° N-99.5012° W1,249 m-🗺 View Map
Iguala de la Independencia18.3454° N-99.5413° W743 m-🗺 View Map
Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo17.6434° N-101.5521° W13 m-🗺 View Map
Taxco de Alarcón18.5546° N-99.6059° W1,770 m-🗺 View Map
Tlapa de Comonfort17.5453° N-98.576° W1,092 m-🗺 View Map
Chilapa de Álvarez17.5992° N-99.1739° W1,406 m-🗺 View Map
Ciudad Altamirano18.3582° N-100.6697° W250 m-🗺 View Map
Zumpango del Río17.6544° N-99.5273° W1,040 m-🗺 View Map
Ometepec16.6901° N-98.408° W334 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport
IATA: ACA
151 km (94 mi) from San Rafael
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🌍 San Rafael Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of San Rafael Matter

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

📈 Coordinate Formats for San Rafael 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 Rafael 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 Rafael

The satellite view of San Rafael 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 Mexico map

🌎 Regional Position of San Rafael in Guerrero

San Rafael sits within Guerrero, Mexico, 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 Rafael Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of San Rafael 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 Guerrero. › Browse every city in Guerrero

💻 Using San Rafael Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for San Rafael 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 Mexico. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use San Rafael Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About San Rafael Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of San Rafael?

The GPS coordinates of San Rafael are latitude 17.2267° and longitude -98.4242°. In directional format: 17.2267° N, 98.4242° W. These coordinates mark the center of San Rafael in Guerrero and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is San Rafael located?

San Rafael is a city in Guerrero, Mexico, on the continent of North America. It falls within Cochoapa el Grande. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of San Rafael?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, San Rafael sits at: Latitude 17° 13' 36" N and Longitude 98° 25' 27" 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 Rafael?

San Rafael has a population of approximately 1,274 people. This is roughly 0.036% of Guerrero's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Guerrero.

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

The interactive satellite map of San Rafael is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 17.2267, -98.4242 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate San Rafael in Guerrero. For broader context, explore the Guerrero state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to San Rafael?

The nearest airport to San Rafael is General Juan N. Álvarez International Airport (ACA), roughly 151 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of San Rafael?

San Rafael sits at an elevation of approximately 2,182 meters (7,159 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Guerrero.

🗺 Which cities are closest to San Rafael?

The closest cities to San Rafael include Huexoapa (San Juan Huexoapa), Yuvinani, Metlatónoc. 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 Rafael today?

Today in San Rafael, sunrise is at 07:15 AM and sunset is at 08:00 PM, giving a day length of 12h 44m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from San Rafael's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is San Rafael from the Equator?

San Rafael is approximately 1,918 km (1,192 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,465 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 Rafael?

The antipodal point of San Rafael — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, roughly 1,927 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 Rafael from Mexico City, the capital of Mexico?

San Rafael is approximately 256 km (159 mi) N of Mexico City, the national capital of Mexico, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.