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Palos Altos, Jalisco, Mexico – Mexico Flag

Current Date And Time In Palos Altos, Mexico

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
00:34:44 CDT
State: Jalisco
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CDT)
Population: 1,080
District: Ixtlahuacán del Río

🗺 Map of Palos Altos, Jalisco, Mexico – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Palos Altos, a city in Jalisco, 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 Palos Altos — 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 Palos Altos.

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 Palos Altos, Jalisco

📍 LATITUDE
20.872°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
103.153°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)20.8719° N103.1527° W
Signed Decimal Degrees20.8719-103.1527
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)20° 52' 19" N103° 9' 10" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)20° 52.3146' N103° 9.1638' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Palos Altos Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:29 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:25 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 55m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:57 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Palos Altos’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,323 km
(1,444 mi) • Palos Altos is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
10,729 km
(6,667 mi) • Palos Altos is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
20.872° S, 76.847° E
The point exactly opposite Palos Altos through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Palos Altos, you'd surface nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, about 1,400 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 Palos Altos

📍 Location Details

CityPalos Altos
StateJalisco (Estado de Jalisco)
CountryMexico
ContinentNorth America
DistrictIxtlahuacán del Río
Time Zone-08:00 to -06:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,080
Elevation1,780 m / 5,840 ft
GPS (DD)20.8719, -103.1527

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Palos Altos

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,080
🏆 State Rank: #393 of 653 most populous in Jalisco
🏠 Share of Jalisco Population: 0.013%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Palos Altos 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 Jalisco.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
San Juan del MonteJaliscoNE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
San Antonio de los VázquezJaliscoS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
TacotlánJaliscoSW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Ixtlahuacán del RíoJaliscoW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
TrejosJaliscoSW10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
TeponahuascoJaliscoE12 km8 mi~12m🗺 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 Palos Altos to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Guadalajara
30 km (18 mi)
SW of Palos Altos • ~30m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Mexico City
450 km (279 mi)
E of Palos Altos • ~7h 30m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Jalisco

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Zapopan20.7211° N-103.3874° W1,565 m6 km🗺 View Map
Guadalajara20.6774° N-103.3475° W1,546 m0 km🗺 View Map
Tlaquepaque20.6412° N-103.2934° W1,581 m7 km🗺 View Map
Tonalá20.6226° N-103.2417° W1,679 m13 km🗺 View Map
Puerto Vallarta20.617° N-105.2302° W21 m196 km🗺 View Map
Ciudad Guzmán19.7041° N-103.4638° W1,569 m109 km🗺 View Map
Lagos de Moreno21.3588° N-101.9331° W1,910 m165 km🗺 View Map
Tepatitlán de Morelos20.8169° N-102.7635° W1,825 m63 km🗺 View Map
Hacienda Santa Fe20.5181° N-103.3806° W1,559 m18 km🗺 View Map
Ocotlán20.3512° N-102.7683° W1,553 m70 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Guadalajara International Airport
IATA: GDL
42 km (26 mi) from Palos Altos
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🌍 Palos Altos Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Palos Altos Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Palos Altos

The satellite view of Palos Altos 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 Palos Altos in Jalisco

Palos Altos sits within Jalisco, 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 Palos Altos Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Palos Altos 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 Jalisco. › Browse every city in Jalisco

💻 Using Palos Altos Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Palos Altos 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 Palos Altos Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Palos Altos Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Palos Altos?

The GPS coordinates of Palos Altos are latitude 20.8719° and longitude -103.1527°. In directional format: 20.8719° N, 103.1527° W. These coordinates mark the center of Palos Altos in Jalisco and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Palos Altos located?

Palos Altos is a city in Jalisco, Mexico, on the continent of North America. It falls within Ixtlahuacán del Río. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Palos Altos?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Palos Altos sits at: Latitude 20° 52' 19" N and Longitude 103° 9' 10" 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 Palos Altos?

Palos Altos has a population of approximately 1,080 people. This is roughly 0.013% of Jalisco's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Jalisco.

🗺 How can I view Palos Altos on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Palos Altos is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 20.8719, -103.1527 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Palos Altos in Jalisco. For broader context, explore the Jalisco state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Palos Altos?

The nearest airport to Palos Altos is Guadalajara International Airport (GDL), roughly 42 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Palos Altos from Guadalajara?

Palos Altos is approximately 30 km (18 mi) from Guadalajara, the capital of Jalisco, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Jalisco.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Palos Altos?

Palos Altos sits at an elevation of approximately 1,780 meters (5,840 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Jalisco.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Palos Altos?

The closest cities to Palos Altos include San Juan del Monte, San Antonio de los Vázquez, Tacotlán. 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 Palos Altos today?

Today in Palos Altos, sunrise is at 07:29 AM and sunset is at 08:25 PM, giving a day length of 12h 55m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Palos Altos's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Palos Altos from the Equator?

Palos Altos is approximately 2,323 km (1,444 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,729 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 Palos Altos?

The antipodal point of Palos Altos — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, roughly 1,400 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 Palos Altos from Mexico City, the capital of Mexico?

Palos Altos is approximately 450 km (279 mi) E of Mexico City, the national capital of Mexico, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.