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Río de Medina, Zacatecas, Mexico – Mexico Flag

Current Date And Time In Río de Medina, Mexico

Thursday, 13 August 2026
08:44:44 CDT
State: Zacatecas
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXN)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CDT)
Population: 2,118
District: Sain Alto

🗺 Map of Río de Medina, Zacatecas, Mexico – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Río de Medina, a city in Zacatecas, 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 Río de Medina — 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 Río de Medina.

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 Río de Medina, Zacatecas

📍 LATITUDE
23.501°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
103.017°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)23.5007° N103.0169° W
Signed Decimal Degrees23.5007-103.0169
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)23° 30' 3" N103° 1' 1" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)23° 30.0432' N103° 1.0164' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Río de Medina Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:26 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:27 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 1m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:56 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Río de Medina’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Río de Medina’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,616 km
(1,626 mi) • Río de Medina is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
10,517 km
(6,535 mi) • Río de Medina is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
23.501° S, 76.983° E
The point exactly opposite Río de Medina through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Río de Medina, you'd surface nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, about 1,457 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 Río de Medina

📍 Location Details

CityRío de Medina
StateZacatecas (Estado de Zacatecas)
CountryMexico
ContinentNorth America
DistrictSain Alto
Time Zone-08:00 to -06:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,118
Elevation2,004 m / 6,575 ft
GPS (DD)23.5007, -103.0169

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,118
🏆 State Rank: #77 of 382 most populous in Zacatecas
🏠 Share of Zacatecas Population: 0.131%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Río de Medina 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 Zacatecas.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Lázaro Cárdenas (Rancho Grande)ZacatecasSE8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
El BaluarteZacatecasS11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
San Pablo de Rancho GrandeZacatecasNE12 km7 mi~12m🗺 View
AltamiraZacatecasS14 km8 mi~14m🗺 View
Boquilla de ArribaZacatecasNE15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
José María Morelos (Santa Mónica)ZacatecasNW15 km9 mi~15m🗺 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 Río de Medina to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Zacatecas
93 km (58 mi)
SE of Río de Medina • ~1h 33m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Mexico City
606 km (376 mi)
SE of Río de Medina • ~10h 6m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Zacatecas

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Guadalupe22.7468° N-102.5188° W2,280 m7 km🗺 View Map
Fresnillo23.1749° N-102.8679° W2,192 m54 km🗺 View Map
Zacatecas22.7684° N-102.5814° W2,480 m0 km🗺 View Map
Jerez de García Salinas22.6497° N-102.9898° W2,001 m44 km🗺 View Map
Río Grande23.8273° N-103.0341° W1,859 m126 km🗺 View Map
Víctor Rosales22.9489° N-102.7022° W2,167 m24 km🗺 View Map
Loreto22.2719° N-101.986° W2,065 m82 km🗺 View Map
Sombrerete23.6314° N-103.6413° W2,381 m145 km🗺 View Map
Nochistlán de Mejía21.3636° N-102.8475° W1,866 m159 km🗺 View Map
Tlaltenango de Sánchez Román21.7813° N-103.3044° W1,674 m133 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport
IATA: ZCL
75 km (47 mi) from Río de Medina
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🌍 Río de Medina Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Río de Medina Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Río de Medina

The satellite view of Río de Medina 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 Río de Medina in Zacatecas

Río de Medina sits within Zacatecas, 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 Río de Medina Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Río de Medina 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 Zacatecas. › Browse every city in Zacatecas

💻 Using Río de Medina Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Río de Medina 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 Río de Medina Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Río de Medina Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Río de Medina?

The GPS coordinates of Río de Medina are latitude 23.5007° and longitude -103.0169°. In directional format: 23.5007° N, 103.0169° W. These coordinates mark the center of Río de Medina in Zacatecas and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Río de Medina located?

Río de Medina is a city in Zacatecas, Mexico, on the continent of North America. It falls within Sain Alto. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Río de Medina?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Río de Medina sits at: Latitude 23° 30' 3" N and Longitude 103° 1' 1" 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 Río de Medina?

Río de Medina has a population of approximately 2,118 people. This is roughly 0.131% of Zacatecas's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Zacatecas.

🗺 How can I view Río de Medina on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Río de Medina is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 23.5007, -103.0169 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Río de Medina in Zacatecas. For broader context, explore the Zacatecas state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Río de Medina?

The nearest airport to Río de Medina is General Leobardo C. Ruiz International Airport (ZCL), roughly 75 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Río de Medina from Zacatecas?

Río de Medina is approximately 93 km (58 mi) from Zacatecas, the capital of Zacatecas, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Zacatecas.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Río de Medina?

Río de Medina sits at an elevation of approximately 2,004 meters (6,575 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Zacatecas.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Río de Medina?

The closest cities to Río de Medina include Lázaro Cárdenas (Rancho Grande), El Baluarte, San Pablo de Rancho Grande. 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 Río de Medina today?

Today in Río de Medina, sunrise is at 07:26 AM and sunset is at 08:27 PM, giving a day length of 13h 1m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Río de Medina's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Río de Medina from the Equator?

Río de Medina is approximately 2,616 km (1,626 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,517 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 Río de Medina?

The antipodal point of Río de Medina — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Coromandel-Graviers, Mauritius, roughly 1,457 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 Río de Medina from Mexico City, the capital of Mexico?

Río de Medina is approximately 606 km (376 mi) SE of Mexico City, the national capital of Mexico, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.