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Garapan, Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands – Northern Mariana Islands Flag

Current Date And Time In Garapan, Northern Mariana Islands

Friday, 31 July 2026
14:28:38 ChST
State: Saipan
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC +10:00 (ChST)
Population: 5,225

🗺 Map of Garapan, Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Garapan, a city in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, 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 Garapan 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 Garapan.

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 Northern Mariana Islands operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Garapan, Saipan

📍 LATITUDE
15.211°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
145.72°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)15.2111° N145.7204° E
Signed Decimal Degrees15.2111145.7204
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)15° 12' 40" N145° 43' 13" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)15° 12.6642' N145° 43.2228' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Garapan Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:58 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:48 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 50m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:23 PM
Calculated for today (31 Jul 2026) from Garapan’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,693 km
(1,052 mi) • Garapan is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
15,653 km
(9,726 mi) • Garapan is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
15.211° S, 34.28° W
The point exactly opposite Garapan through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Garapan, you'd surface nearest to Belmonte, Brazil, about 498 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 Garapan

📍 Location Details

CityGarapan
StateSaipan
CountryNorthern Mariana Islands
ContinentAustralia And Oceania
Time Zone+10:00

📈 Area & Population

Population5,225
Elevation67 m / 220 ft
GPS (DD)15.2111, 145.7204

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 5,225
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 4 most populous in Saipan
🏠 Share of Saipan Population: 10.836%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Garapan 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 Saipan.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
China Town VillageSaipanS1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
Gualo Rai VillageSaipanS2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
Capitol Hill VillageSaipanE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
SaipanSaipanE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
San Jose VillageSaipanS5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
Tanapag VillageSaipanNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 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 Garapan to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Saipan
4 km (2 mi)
E of Garapan • ~4m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Saipan

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Saipan15.2123° N145.7545° E5 m-🗺 View Map
China Town Village15.2029° N145.7221° E133 m-🗺 View Map
Capitol Hill Village15.2083° N145.7531° E210 m-🗺 View Map
Chalan Kanoa Village15.1464° N145.703° E--🗺 View Map
Dandan Village15.1351° N145.734° E--🗺 View Map
Gualo Rai Village15.1942° N145.7168° E--🗺 View Map
Kagman Village15.1735° N145.7806° E--🗺 View Map
Koblerville Village15.1238° N145.7023° E--🗺 View Map
San Antonio Village15.133° N145.6972° E--🗺 View Map
San Jose Village15.1685° N145.7102° E--🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Saipan International Airport
IATA: SPN
10 km (6 mi) from Garapan
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🌍 Garapan Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Garapan Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Garapan

The satellite view of Garapan 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 Northern Mariana Islands map

🌎 Regional Position of Garapan in Saipan

Garapan sits within Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, in the Australia And Oceania 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 Garapan Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Garapan 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 Saipan. › Browse every city in Saipan

💻 Using Garapan Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Garapan 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 Northern Mariana Islands. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Garapan Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Garapan Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Garapan?

The GPS coordinates of Garapan are latitude 15.2111° and longitude 145.7204°. In directional format: 15.2111° N, 145.7204° E. These coordinates mark the center of Garapan in Saipan and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Garapan located?

Garapan is a city in Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, on the continent of Australia And Oceania. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Garapan?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Garapan sits at: Latitude 15° 12' 40" N and Longitude 145° 43' 13" E. 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 Garapan?

Garapan has a population of approximately 5,225 people. This is roughly 10.836% of Saipan's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Saipan.

🗺 How can I view Garapan on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Garapan is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 15.2111, 145.7204 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Garapan in Saipan. For broader context, explore the Saipan state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Garapan?

The nearest airport to Garapan is Saipan International Airport (SPN), roughly 10 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Garapan?

Garapan sits at an elevation of approximately 67 meters (220 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Saipan.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Garapan?

The closest cities to Garapan include China Town Village, Gualo Rai Village, Capitol Hill Village. 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 Garapan today?

Today in Garapan, sunrise is at 05:58 AM and sunset is at 06:48 PM, giving a day length of 12h 50m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Garapan's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Garapan from the Equator?

Garapan is approximately 1,693 km (1,052 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 15,653 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 Garapan?

The antipodal point of Garapan — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Belmonte, Brazil, roughly 498 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 Garapan from Saipan, the capital of Northern Mariana Islands?

Garapan is approximately 4 km (2 mi) E of Saipan, the national capital of Northern Mariana Islands, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.