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Mechoacan, Oaxaca, Mexico – Mexico Flag

Current Date And Time In Mechoacan, Mexico

Tuesday, 28 July 2026
18:16:06 CDT
State: Oaxaca
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CDT)

🗺 Map of Mechoacan, Oaxaca, Mexico – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Mechoacan, a city in Oaxaca, 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 Mechoacan — 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 Mechoacan.

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 Mechoacan, Oaxaca

📍 LATITUDE
16.336°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
97.837°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)16.336° N97.8368° W
Signed Decimal Degrees16.336-97.8368
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)16° 20' 10" N97° 50' 12" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)16° 20.1585' N97° 50.2078' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Mechoacan Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:10 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:05 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 55m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:37 PM
Calculated for today (28 Jul 2026) from Mechoacan’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,819 km
(1,130 mi) • Mechoacan is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
10,452 km
(6,494 mi) • Mechoacan is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
16.336° S, 82.163° E
The point exactly opposite Mechoacan through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Mechoacan, you'd surface nearest to Meedhoo, Maldives, about 2,007 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 Mechoacan

📍 Location Details

CityMechoacan
StateOaxaca
CountryMexico
ContinentNorth America
Time Zone-08:00 to -06:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation284 m / 931 ft
GPS (DD)16.336, -97.8368

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Mechoacan

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mechoacan 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 Oaxaca.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Santa Catarina MechoacánOaxacaSE0 km0 mi~0m🗺 View
Santa Elena ComaltepecOaxacaSE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Santiago JamiltepecOaxacaS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
JamiltepecOaxacaS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
Cubitán de DoloresOaxacaNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
San LorenzoOaxacaNW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 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 Mechoacan to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Mexico City
370 km (230 mi)
N of Mechoacan • ~6h 10m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Oaxaca

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Oaxaca17.0603° N-96.7254° W1,571 m-🗺 View Map
Tuxtepec18.0883° N-96.1254° W31 m-🗺 View Map
Heroica Ciudad de Juchitán de Zaragoza16.4338° N-95.0218° W29 m-🗺 View Map
Salina Cruz16.1754° N-95.1942° W8 m-🗺 View Map
Santo Domingo Tehuantepec16.3246° N-95.241° W44 m-🗺 View Map
Santa Cruz Xoxocotlán17.0296° N-96.7352° W1,541 m-🗺 View Map
Ciudad de Huajuapan de León17.8079° N-97.7796° W1,594 m-🗺 View Map
Loma Bonita18.1077° N-95.8805° W25 m-🗺 View Map
Puerto Escondido15.8628° N-97.0684° W50 m-🗺 View Map
Pinotepa Nacional16.3401° N-98.053° W211 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Puerto Escondido International Airport
IATA: PXM
95 km (59 mi) from Mechoacan
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🌍 Mechoacan Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Mechoacan Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Mechoacan

The satellite view of Mechoacan 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 Mechoacan in Oaxaca

Mechoacan sits within Oaxaca, 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 Mechoacan Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Mechoacan 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 Oaxaca. › Browse every city in Oaxaca

💻 Using Mechoacan Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Mechoacan 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 Mechoacan Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Mechoacan Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Mechoacan?

The GPS coordinates of Mechoacan are latitude 16.336° and longitude -97.8368°. In directional format: 16.336° N, 97.8368° W. These coordinates mark the center of Mechoacan in Oaxaca and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Mechoacan located?

Mechoacan is a city in Oaxaca, Mexico, on the continent of North America. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Mechoacan?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mechoacan sits at: Latitude 16° 20' 10" N and Longitude 97° 50' 12" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Mechoacan on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Mechoacan is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 16.336, -97.8368 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mechoacan in Oaxaca. For broader context, explore the Oaxaca state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Mechoacan?

The nearest airport to Mechoacan is Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM), roughly 95 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Mechoacan?

Mechoacan sits at an elevation of approximately 284 meters (931 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Oaxaca.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Mechoacan?

The closest cities to Mechoacan include Santa Catarina Mechoacán, Santa Elena Comaltepec, Santiago Jamiltepec. 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 Mechoacan today?

Today in Mechoacan, sunrise is at 07:10 AM and sunset is at 08:05 PM, giving a day length of 12h 55m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mechoacan's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Mechoacan from the Equator?

Mechoacan is approximately 1,819 km (1,130 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,452 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 Mechoacan?

The antipodal point of Mechoacan — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Meedhoo, Maldives, roughly 2,007 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 Mechoacan from Mexico City, the capital of Mexico?

Mechoacan is approximately 370 km (230 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.