Current Date And Time In Veracruz, Mexico
Monday, 27 July 2026
02:47:33 CDT
Capital: Xalapa
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CDT)
Population: 8,062,579
Area: 71,820.00 km²
State Code: VER
Explore the interactive satellite map of Veracruz, 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 Veracruz — 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 Veracruz 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) | 19.1738° N | 96.1342° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 19.1738 | -96.1342 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 19° 10' 26" N | 96° 8' 3" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 19° 10.4264' N | 96° 8.0534' W |
| State / Region | Veracruz (Veracruz de Ignacio de la Llave) |
| Country | Mexico |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Xalapa |
| State Code | VER |
| Time Zone | -08:00 to -06:00 |
| Districts | 212 |
| Population | 8,062,579 |
| Area (km²) | 71,820.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 27,729.85 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 24.18 /km² |
| Elevation | 4 m / 14 ft |
| Area Rank | #11 in Mexico |
| Population Rank | #4 of 32 in Mexico |
| GPS (DD) | 19.1738, -96.1342 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Veracruz 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puebla | Mexico | W | 218 km | 136 mi | ~2h 44m | 🗺 View |
| Tlaxcala | Mexico | W | 221 km | 138 mi | ~2h 46m | 🗺 View |
| Oaxaca | Mexico | S | 242 km | 150 mi | ~3h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Hidalgo | Mexico | W | 294 km | 182 mi | ~3h 40m | 🗺 View |
| Mexico City | Mexico | W | 316 km | 196 mi | ~3h 57m | 🗺 View |
| Morelos | Mexico | W | 317 km | 197 mi | ~3h 58m | 🗺 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 Veracruz, along with each city's aerial distance from Xalapa, Veracruz'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veracruz | 19.181° N | -96.1429° W | 15 m | 90 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Xalapa de Enríquez | 19.5312° N | -96.9159° W | 1,396 m | 2 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Coatzacoalcos | 18.1491° N | -94.4447° W | 11 m | 302 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Córdoba | 18.8842° N | -96.9256° W | 836 m | 73 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Poza Rica de Hidalgo | 20.5332° N | -97.4595° W | 58 m | 124 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Orizaba | 18.852° N | -97.0996° W | 1,238 m | 79 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Minatitlán | 18.0001° N | -94.5569° W | 25 m | 301 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Túxpam de Rodríguez Cano | 20.9578° N | -97.4081° W | 11 m | 166 km | 🗺 View Map |
| San Andrés Tuxtla | 18.4487° N | -95.2133° W | 304 m | 216 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Martínez de la Torre | 20.0708° N | -97.0608° W | 92 m | 61 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Veracruz 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 Veracruz on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mexico.
The satellite view of Veracruz 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
Veracruz 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 Veracruz 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 Veracruz 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 Veracruz are latitude 19.1738° and longitude -96.1342°. In directional format: 19.1738° N, 96.1342° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Veracruz in Mexico and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Veracruz is a state or administrative region of Mexico, located in North America. Its capital city is Xalapa. View the exact position of Veracruz on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Veracruz is at: Latitude 19° 10' 26" N and Longitude 96° 8' 3" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Veracruz covers a total area of approximately 71,820.00 km² (27,729.85 mi²). This is roughly 3.64% of Mexico's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Veracruz is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 19.1738, -96.1342 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Veracruz in Mexico. For broader context, explore the Mexico national map or nearby states.
Today in Veracruz, sunrise is at 06:58 AM and sunset is at 08:03 PM, giving a day length of 13h 5m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Veracruz's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Veracruz is approximately 2,134 km (1,326 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,108 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Veracruz — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, roughly 2,137 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.
