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Current Date And Time In Pekela, Netherlands

Friday, 31 July 2026
22:18:14 CEST
State: Groningen
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)

🗺 Map of Pekela, Groningen, Netherlands – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Pekela, a city in Groningen, Netherlands, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Pekela β€” 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 Pekela.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Netherlands operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Pekela, Groningen

📍 LATITUDE
53.085°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
6.978°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)53.0852° N6.9779° E
Signed Decimal Degrees53.08526.9779
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)53° 5' 7" N6° 58' 40" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)53° 5.1144' N6° 58.6729' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Pekela Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:47 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:29 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 41m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:38 PM
Calculated for today (31 Jul 2026) from Pekela’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,909 km
(3,672 mi) • Pekela is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
467 km
(290 mi) • Pekela is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
53.085° S, 173.022° W
The point exactly opposite Pekela through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Pekela, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,048 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 Pekela

📍 Location Details

CityPekela
StateGroningen (GrinslΓ’n)
CountryNetherlands
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation1 m / 2 ft
GPS (DD)53.0852, 6.9779

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Pekela

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Groningen
Parent Country: Netherlands

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Pekela 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 Groningen.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Nieuwe PekelaGroningenSW1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
Oude PekelaGroningenNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
AlteveerGroningenS4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
OmmelanderwijkGroningenW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
WesterleeGroningenN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
OnstweddeGroningenSE7 km4 mi~7m🗺 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 Pekela to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Groningen
31 km (19 mi)
NW of Pekela • ~31m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Amsterdam
161 km (100 mi)
SW of Pekela • ~2h 41m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Groningen

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Groningen53.2192° N6.5667° E16 m0 km🗺 View Map
Delfzijl53.33° N6.9181° E-26 km🗺 View Map
Veendam53.1067° N6.8792° E2 m24 km🗺 View Map
Hoogezand53.1617° N6.7611° E2 m14 km🗺 View Map
Stadskanaal52.9895° N6.9504° E5 m36 km🗺 View Map
Leek53.1625° N6.3764° E2 m14 km🗺 View Map
Winschoten53.1442° N7.0347° E3 m32 km🗺 View Map
Korrewegwijk53.2324° N6.568° E-1 km🗺 View Map
Appingedam53.3217° N6.8583° E2 m22 km🗺 View Map
Hoogkerk53.2108° N6.5014° E-4 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Groningen Airport Eelde
IATA: GRQ
27 km (17 mi) from Pekela
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🌍 Pekela Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Pekela Matter

The exact GPS location of Pekela gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Groningen. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Groningen state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Pekela

The satellite view of Pekela 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 Netherlands map

🌎 Regional Position of Pekela in Groningen

Pekela sits within Groningen, Netherlands, in the Europe 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 Pekela Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Pekela 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 Groningen. › Browse every city in Groningen

💻 Using Pekela Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Pekela 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 Netherlands. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Pekela Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Pekela Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Pekela?

The GPS coordinates of Pekela are latitude 53.0852° and longitude 6.9779°. In directional format: 53.0852° N, 6.9779° E. These coordinates mark the center of Pekela in Groningen and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Pekela located?

Pekela is a city in Groningen, Netherlands, on the continent of Europe. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Pekela?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Pekela sits at: Latitude 53° 5' 7" N and Longitude 6° 58' 40" E. 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 Pekela on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Pekela is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 53.0852, 6.9779 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Pekela in Groningen. For broader context, explore the Groningen state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Pekela?

The nearest airport to Pekela is Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ), roughly 27 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Pekela from Groningen?

Pekela is approximately 31 km (19 mi) from Groningen, the capital of Groningen, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Groningen.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Pekela?

Pekela sits at an elevation of approximately 1 meters (2 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Groningen.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Pekela?

The closest cities to Pekela include Nieuwe Pekela, Oude Pekela, Alteveer. 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 Pekela today?

Today in Pekela, sunrise is at 05:47 AM and sunset is at 09:29 PM, giving a day length of 15h 41m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Pekela's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Pekela from the Equator?

Pekela is approximately 5,909 km (3,672 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 467 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 Pekela?

The antipodal point of Pekela — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,048 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 Pekela from Amsterdam, the capital of Netherlands?

Pekela is approximately 161 km (100 mi) SW of Amsterdam, the national capital of Netherlands, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.