Current Date And Time In Sonora, Mexico
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
08:58:16 CDT
Capital: Hermosillo
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CDT)
Population: 2,944,840
Area: 179,503.00 km²
State Code: SON
Explore the interactive satellite map of Sonora, 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 Sonora — 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 Sonora 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) | 29.2972° N | 110.3309° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 29.2972 | -110.3309 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 29° 17' 50" N | 110° 19' 51" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 29° 17.8335' N | 110° 19.8529' W |
| State / Region | Sonora |
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Hermosillo |
| State Code | SON |
| Time Zone | -08:00 to -06:00 |
| Districts | 72 |
| Population | 2,944,840 |
| Area (km²) | 179,503.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 69,306.47 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 5.82 /km² |
| Elevation | 497 m / 1,630 ft |
| Area Rank | #2 in Mexico |
| Population Rank | #18 of 32 in Mexico |
| GPS (DD) | 29.2972, -110.3309 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sonora 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baja California Sur | Mexico | S | 385 km | 239 mi | ~4h 49m | 🗺 View |
| Chihuahua | Mexico | E | 452 km | 281 mi | ~5h 39m | 🗺 View |
| Baja California | Mexico | W | 507 km | 315 mi | ~6h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Sinaloa | Mexico | SE | 538 km | 335 mi | ~6h 44m | 🗺 View |
| Durango | Mexico | SE | 770 km | 479 mi | ~9h 38m | 🗺 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 Sonora, along with each city's aerial distance from Hermosillo, Sonora'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hermosillo | 29.0887° N | -110.9668° W | 202 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ciudad Obregón | 27.4864° N | -109.9408° W | 38 m | 205 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nogales | 31.3086° N | -110.9422° W | 1,214 m | 247 km | 🗺 View Map |
| San Luis Río Colorado | 32.4555° N | -114.7704° W | 36 m | 522 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Heroica Guaymas | 27.9199° N | -110.8989° W | 18 m | 130 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Navojoa | 27.0706° N | -109.4435° W | 47 m | 270 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Agua Prieta | 31.3224° N | -109.5425° W | 1,219 m | 284 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Puerto Peñasco | 31.3172° N | -113.538° W | 11 m | 350 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Heroica Caborca | 30.7183° N | -112.1584° W | 288 m | 215 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Empalme | 27.9617° N | -110.8141° W | 7 m | 126 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Sonora 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 Sonora on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mexico.
The satellite view of Sonora 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
Sonora 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 Sonora 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 Sonora 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 Sonora are latitude 29.2972° and longitude -110.3309°. In directional format: 29.2972° N, 110.3309° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Sonora in Mexico and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Sonora is a state or administrative region of Mexico, located in North America. Its capital city is Hermosillo. View the exact position of Sonora on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sonora is at: Latitude 29° 17' 50" N and Longitude 110° 19' 51" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Sonora covers a total area of approximately 179,503.00 km² (69,306.47 mi²). This is roughly 9.10% of Mexico's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Sonora is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 29.2972, -110.3309 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sonora in Mexico. For broader context, explore the Mexico national map or nearby states.
Today in Sonora, sunrise is at 07:47 AM and sunset is at 09:05 PM, giving a day length of 13h 18m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sonora's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Sonora is approximately 3,261 km (2,027 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,711 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Sonora — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port Sud-Est, Mauritius, roughly 1,233 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.
