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Current Date And Time In Panama

Friday, 31 July 2026
10:37:03 EST
Capital: Panama City
Currency: United States dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (EST)
Population: 4,525,514

🗺️ Map of Panama - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of Panama featuring satellite imagery, geographic coordinates, regional boundaries and location intelligence. This comprehensive mapping tool provides accurate GPS positioning, territorial visualization and spatial data essential for business professionals, logistics planners, market researchers and location-based strategic decision-making.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time satellite views • Accurate latitude/longitude coordinates • Regional state mapping • Proximity analysis • Business location intelligence • Logistics route planning • Market territory insights • Mobile-responsive interface • Strategic geographic data for regional proximity analysis and territorial divisions research

🌐 Geographic Coordinates of Panama

📍 LATITUDE
8.538°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
80.782°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.538° N80.7821° W
Signed Decimal Degrees8.538-80.7821
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 32' 17" N80° 46' 56" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 32.2789' N80° 46.9276' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Panama Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:45 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 31m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:29 PM
Calculated for today (31 Jul 2026) from Panama’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
950 km
(591 mi) • Panama's center is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,893 km
(5,526 mi) • Panama's center is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.538° S, 99.218° E
The point exactly opposite Panama's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Panama, you'd surface nearest to Manna, Indonesia, about 609 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 Panama

📍 Location Details

CountryPanama
ContinentNorth America
CapitalPanama City
Country CodePAN
Time Zone-05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population4,525,514
Area (km²)78,200.00 km²
Area (mi²)30,193.18 mi²
Pop. Density60.88 /km²
Elevation1,157 m / 3,797 ft

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: 2 countries
Geographic Status: 🌊 Coastal Nation

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 75,420 km² (29,120 mi²)
🟢 Land: 74,340 km² (28,703 mi²) - 98.6%
🔵 Water: 1,080 km² (417 mi²) - 1.4%
🌍 World Share: 0.050% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #119 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #129 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #12 of 42 in North America

✈️ Distance & Flight Time Calculator

Find the aerial distance from Panama to all neighboring countries — measured capital city to capital city using the Haversine great-circle formula (the shortest path across Earth's surface). Each row shows the straight-line distance in both kilometers (km) and miles (mi), plus an estimated flight time calculated at a standard commercial cruise speed of 900 km/h.

Use this Panama flight distance calculator to plan international travel, estimate fuel costs for charter flights, compare cross-border shipping routes and research how far Panama is from its neighbors. Click the 🗺️ map link on any row to view the route visually on Google Maps.

Neighboring CountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Flight TimeMap
Colombia
Capital: Bogota
SE841 km523 mi~ 56m🗺️ View
Costa Rica
Capital: San Jose
NW353 km219 mi~ 24m🗺️ View

Note: Distances are calculated as straight-line (great circle) distances between capital cities. Actual flight routes and times may vary based on air traffic, wind conditions and routing.

🗺️ GPS Coordinates of Major States in Panama

Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude and elevation), plus straight-line distance from Panama City, Panama's national capital, for the largest states/provinces in Panama. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.

State / RegionLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
Panamá9.1088° N-78.9288° W107 m213 km🗺 View Map
Panamá Oeste Province8.7913° N-80.0088° W208 m90 km🗺 View Map
Chiriquí Province8.5849° N-82.3886° W257 m177 km🗺 View Map
Colón9.1852° N-80.0535° W109 m108 km🗺 View Map
Coclé8.6266° N-80.3659° W432 m47 km🗺 View Map
Veraguas Province8.1231° N-81.0755° W54 m56 km🗺 View Map
Ngöbe-Buglé Comarca8.6596° N-81.7787° W419 m110 km🗺 View Map
Bocas del Toro Province9.2934° N-82.7347° W1,434 m230 km🗺 View Map
Herrera Province7.7704° N-80.7214° W289 m86 km🗺 View Map
Los Santos Province7.5909° N-80.3659° W197 m115 km🗺 View Map

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Panama

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Panama, along with each city's aerial distance from Panama City, Panama's national capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameStateLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from National CapitalMap & Coords
Panama CityPanamá8.9936° N-79.5197° W17 m148 km🗺 View Map
San MiguelitoPanamá9.0503° N-79.4707° W57 m155 km🗺 View Map
Juan DíazPanamá9.0406° N-79.4408° W7 m158 km🗺 View Map
DavidChiriquí Province8.4273° N-82.4309° W47 m182 km🗺 View Map
ArraijánPanamá Oeste Province8.9398° N-79.6404° W123 m133 km🗺 View Map
ColónColón9.3603° N-79.9002° W2 m133 km🗺 View Map
Las CumbresPanamá9.0921° N-79.539° W93 m150 km🗺 View Map
La ChorreraPanamá Oeste Province8.8776° N-79.7801° W70 m116 km🗺 View Map
PedregalPanamá9.0661° N-79.4258° W30 m160 km🗺 View Map
TocumenPanamá9.0894° N-79.3831° W35 m166 km🗺 View Map
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🗺️ Complete Guide to Panama Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding Panama Geography

The interactive map of Panama provides real-time satellite imagery combined with accurate geographic coordinates, enabling precise location intelligence for business professionals and strategic planners. This comprehensive mapping solution integrates territorial boundaries, regional divisions and GPS positioning data essential for logistics optimization, market territory analysis and location-based decision-making.

Geographic coordinates displayed include latitude and longitude values measured in decimal degrees, providing the exact center point of Panama's territory. These coordinates serve as critical reference data for GPS navigation systems, geographic information systems (GIS), spatial database management and location-based service development.

🎯 Business Applications of Panama Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across Panama
  • Market Territory Analysis: Define sales regions, analyze market coverage and identify expansion opportunities
  • Site Selection: Evaluate potential business locations using geographic intelligence and proximity data
  • Supply Chain Management: Track shipments, monitor transportation corridors and analyze delivery zones
  • Competitive Intelligence: Map competitor locations, analyze geographic market share and identify underserved areas
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate geographic risk factors including natural hazards, political boundaries and infrastructure accessibility

🌐 Geographic Data & Coordinate Systems

The latitude and longitude coordinates presented on the Panama map utilize the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) standard, ensuring compatibility with GPS devices, mapping software and international mapping platforms. Coordinates are displayed in decimal degrees format for precision and universal compatibility.

📊 Geographic Data Specifications:

  • Coordinate System: WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984)
  • Format: Decimal Degrees (DD)
  • Precision: Up to 6 decimal places for meter-level accuracy
  • Hemisphere Indicators: N/S for latitude, E/W for longitude
  • Map Projection: Mercator projection for web mapping

💡 Strategic Location Intelligence

  • Regional Proximity: Analyze neighboring countries for cross-border business opportunities and trade corridors
  • State/Province Mapping: Understand internal territorial divisions for regional market strategies
  • Distance Calculations: Measure aerial distances between locations for logistics cost estimation
  • Timezone Alignment: Coordinate operations across regions considering time differences
  • Infrastructure Mapping: Identify major cities, transportation hubs and communication networks
  • Market Density Analysis: Visualize population centers and economic activity zones

💡 Pro Tip: Use the interactive map's zoom and pan features to explore specific regions of Panama. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our Panama Mapping Solution

  • State/Region Access: Navigate to internal territorial divisions instantly
  • Free Geographic Data: No registration or payment required
  • Professional Tool: Ideal for business logistics, market research and strategic planning
  • Cross-Referenced Data: Links to population, timezone and national symbols data
  • API Integration Ready: Coordinates compatible with all major mapping platforms

Frequently Asked Questions About Panama Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of Panama?

The geographic center of Panama is located at approximately 8.538° N (Latitude) and 80.782° W (Longitude). These coordinates use the WGS84 datum and provide the central reference point for geographic information systems and GPS navigation.

🗺️ How can I use Panama map data for business?

Business professionals use Panama mapping data for logistics optimization, market territory analysis, site selection, supply chain management and competitive intelligence. The geographic coordinates enable precise location tracking, while the interactive map helps visualize regional markets, transportation corridors and strategic business locations across Panama.

🌍 Which countries border Panama?

You can explore countries near Panama by clicking on our Nearby Countries section. The sidebar also displays Map Of Other Countries showing neighboring nations within close geographic proximity, perfect for analyzing regional trade opportunities and cross-border business strategies.

📊 Can I see states and regions within Panama?

Yes! Visit our Panama States & Regions page to explore internal territorial divisions including provinces, states and administrative regions. This data is essential for regional market segmentation, territory management and localized business strategies within Panama.

⏰ What timezone is Panama in?

Panama operates in UTC-05:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our Panama Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the Panama map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our Panama interactive map is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures perfect viewing on all screen sizes with touch-friendly controls for zoom, pan and navigation. Access critical geographic intelligence on-the-go for field operations, sales territory management and location-based decision-making.

🔍 What other geographic data is available for Panama?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for Panama including population statistics, land area measurements, GDP/economic indicators, currency exchange rates, timezone offsets, national symbols, capital city information, ISO country codes, dialing codes, internet domains and neighboring country analysis. Visit the Panama main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of Panama show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes Panama's key location facts in one place — continent, capital, country code and time zone, alongside population, total area in km² and mi², population density and elevation. It's a quick-reference snapshot for researchers, students and business users who need core geographic data without digging through multiple pages.

📍 Where can I find GPS coordinates for states and cities in Panama?

Scroll down to the GPS Coordinates of Major States and GPS Coordinates of Major Cities tables on this page. Both list the largest states/provinces and cities in Panama ranked by population, with precise latitude/longitude values and direct links to each location's own satellite map — useful for routing, GIS integration and location intelligence work.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Panama today?

Today, measured from Panama's geographic center, sunrise is at 06:13 AM and sunset is at 06:45 PM, giving a day length of 12h 31m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above. Note that a large country may span several time zones or sunrise/sunset times depending on the region.

📍 How far is Panama from the Equator?

Panama's geographic center is approximately 950 km (591 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere, and about 8,893 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 Panama?

The antipodal point of Panama's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Manna, Indonesia, roughly 609 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.