Current Date And Time In Waikato Region, New Zealand
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
19:49:08 NZST
Capital: Hamilton
Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Timezone: UTC +12:00 (NZST)
Population: 530,500
Area: 25,598.00 km²
State Code: G1
Explore the interactive satellite map of Waikato Region, a state or administrative region of New Zealand, located in Australia And Oceania. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Waikato Region — 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 Waikato Region in New Zealand.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Australia And Oceania • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for New Zealand operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 37.6191° S | 175.0233° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -37.6191 | 175.0233 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 37° 37' 9" S | 175° 1' 24" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 37° 37.1452' S | 175° 1.4008' E |
| State / Region | Waikato Region (Waikato) |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Australia And Oceania |
| Capital | Hamilton |
| State Code | G1 |
| Time Zone | +12:00 |
| Districts | 12 |
| Population | 530,500 |
| Area (km²) | 25,598.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 9,883.44 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 20.70 /km² |
| Elevation | 161 m / 528 ft |
| Area Rank | #4 in New Zealand |
| Population Rank | #4 of 17 in New Zealand |
| GPS (DD) | -37.6191, 175.0233 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Waikato Region 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 New Zealand.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland | New Zealand | N | 88 km | 55 mi | ~1h 6m | 🗺 View |
| Bay of Plenty | New Zealand | E | 160 km | 100 mi | ~2h 0m | 🗺 View |
| Taranaki Region | New Zealand | S | 200 km | 124 mi | ~2h 30m | 🗺 View |
| Manawatu-Wanganui | New Zealand | S | 237 km | 147 mi | ~2h 58m | 🗺 View |
| Hawke's Bay Region | New Zealand | SE | 259 km | 161 mi | ~3h 14m | 🗺 View |
| Northland | New Zealand | N | 264 km | 164 mi | ~3h 18m | 🗺 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 Waikato Region, along with each city's aerial distance from Hamilton, Waikato Region'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | -37.7833° S | 175.2833° E | 39 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Taupo | -38.6833° S | 176.0833° E | 405 m | 122 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hamilton East | -37.7882° S | 175.2902° E | 43 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Cambridge | -37.8782° S | 175.4402° E | 67 m | 17 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tokoroa | -38.2333° S | 175.8667° E | 346 m | 72 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Te Awamutu | -38.0082° S | 175.3302° E | 50 m | 25 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Morrinsville | -37.6482° S | 175.5202° E | 44 m | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Huntly | -37.5582° S | 175.1602° E | 18 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Frankton Junction | -37.8° S | 175.2667° E | 48 m | 2 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ngaruawahia | -37.6674° S | 175.1555° E | 18 m | 17 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Waikato Region is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across New Zealand. 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 Waikato Region on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in New Zealand.
The satellite view of Waikato Region 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 New Zealand national map
Waikato Region occupies a distinct geographic zone within New Zealand in the Australia And Oceania 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 Waikato Region 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 New Zealand. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Waikato Region 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 New Zealand. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Waikato Region are latitude -37.6191° and longitude 175.0233°. In directional format: 37.6191° S, 175.0233° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Waikato Region in New Zealand and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Waikato Region is a state or administrative region of New Zealand, located in Australia And Oceania. Its capital city is Hamilton. View the exact position of Waikato Region on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Waikato Region is at: Latitude 37° 37' 9" S and Longitude 175° 1' 24" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Waikato Region covers a total area of approximately 25,598.00 km² (9,883.44 mi²). This is roughly 9.53% of New Zealand's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Waikato Region is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -37.6191, 175.0233 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Waikato Region in New Zealand. For broader context, explore the New Zealand national map or nearby states.
Today in Waikato Region, sunrise is at 07:06 AM and sunset is at 05:43 PM, giving a day length of 10h 36m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Waikato Region's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Waikato Region is approximately 4,188 km (2,602 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 15,433 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Waikato Region — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to La Carlota, Spain, roughly 7 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.