Current Date And Time In Tamaulipas, Mexico
Friday, 31 July 2026
07:29:07 CDT
Capital: Ciudad Victoria
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CDT)
Population: 3,527,735
Area: 80,175.00 km²
State Code: TAM
Explore the interactive satellite map of Tamaulipas, 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 Tamaulipas — 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 Tamaulipas 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) | 24.2669° N | 98.8363° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 24.2669 | -98.8363 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 24° 16' 1" N | 98° 50' 11" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 24° 16.0164' N | 98° 50.1765' W |
| State / Region | Tamaulipas (Estado de Tamaulipas) |
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Ciudad Victoria |
| State Code | TAM |
| Time Zone | -08:00 to -06:00 |
| Districts | 43 |
| Population | 3,527,735 |
| Area (km²) | 80,175.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 30,955.73 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 17.44 /km² |
| Elevation | 223 m / 731 ft |
| Area Rank | #6 in Mexico |
| Population Rank | #14 of 32 in Mexico |
| GPS (DD) | 24.2669, -98.8363 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Tamaulipas 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nuevo León | Mexico | NW | 188 km | 117 mi | ~2h 21m | 🗺 View |
| San Luis Potosí | Mexico | SW | 321 km | 199 mi | ~4h 1m | 🗺 View |
| México | Mexico | W | 384 km | 239 mi | ~4h 48m | 🗺 View |
| Zacatecas | Mexico | SW | 416 km | 258 mi | ~5h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Coahuila | Mexico | NW | 423 km | 263 mi | ~5h 17m | 🗺 View |
| Querétaro | Mexico | S | 439 km | 273 mi | ~5h 29m | 🗺 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 Tamaulipas, along with each city's aerial distance from Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reynosa | 26.0801° N | -98.2846° W | 38 m | 274 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Heroica Matamoros | 25.8797° N | -97.5042° W | 16 m | 290 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nuevo Laredo | 27.4763° N | -99.5164° W | 130 m | 417 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ciudad Victoria | 23.7406° N | -99.1436° W | 316 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tampico | 22.2852° N | -97.8778° W | 27 m | 207 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ciudad Madero | 22.2475° N | -97.8367° W | 12 m | 213 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Miramar | 22.3609° N | -97.9° W | 18 m | 199 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ciudad Río Bravo | 25.9851° N | -98.0896° W | 26 m | 271 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ciudad Mante | 22.7428° N | -98.9717° W | 78 m | 112 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Altamira | 22.3931° N | -97.9386° W | 15 m | 194 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Tamaulipas 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 Tamaulipas on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mexico.
The satellite view of Tamaulipas 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
Tamaulipas 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 Tamaulipas 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 Tamaulipas 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 Tamaulipas are latitude 24.2669° and longitude -98.8363°. In directional format: 24.2669° N, 98.8363° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Tamaulipas in Mexico and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Tamaulipas is a state or administrative region of Mexico, located in North America. Its capital city is Ciudad Victoria. View the exact position of Tamaulipas on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Tamaulipas is at: Latitude 24° 16' 1" N and Longitude 98° 50' 11" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Tamaulipas covers a total area of approximately 80,175.00 km² (30,955.73 mi²). This is roughly 4.06% of Mexico's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Tamaulipas is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 24.2669, -98.8363 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Tamaulipas in Mexico. For broader context, explore the Mexico national map or nearby states.
Today in Tamaulipas, sunrise is at 07:02 AM and sunset is at 08:20 PM, giving a day length of 13h 18m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Tamaulipas's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Tamaulipas is approximately 2,701 km (1,679 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,030 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Tamaulipas — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, roughly 1,890 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.
