Current Date And Time In Darién, Panama
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
02:51:07 EST
Capital: La Palma
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (EST)
Population: 54,235
Area: 11,892.50 km²
State Code: PD
Explore the interactive satellite map of Darién, a state or administrative region of Panama, 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 Darién — 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 Darién in Panama.
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 Panama operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 7.8682° N | 77.8367° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 7.8682 | -77.8367 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 7° 52' 5" N | 77° 50' 12" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 7° 52.0903' N | 77° 50.2037' W |
| State / Region | Darién (Darien) |
| Country | Panama |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | La Palma |
| State Code | PD |
| Time Zone | -05:00 |
| Districts | 3 |
| Population | 54,235 |
| Area (km²) | 11,892.50 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 4,591.72 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 1.73 /km² |
| Elevation | 129 m / 422 ft |
| Area Rank | #2 in Panama |
| Population Rank | #11 of 14 in Panama |
| GPS (DD) | 7.8682, -77.8367 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Darién 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 Panama.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embera | Panama | N | 60 km | 37 mi | ~45m | 🗺 View |
| Guna Yala | Panama | N | 158 km | 98 mi | ~1h 59m | 🗺 View |
| Panamá | Panama | NW | 183 km | 114 mi | ~2h 17m | 🗺 View |
| Panamá Oeste Province | Panama | NW | 260 km | 162 mi | ~3h 15m | 🗺 View |
| Los Santos Province | Panama | W | 280 km | 174 mi | ~3h 30m | 🗺 View |
| Colón | Panama | NW | 284 km | 177 mi | ~3h 33m | 🗺 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 Darién, along with each city's aerial distance from La Palma, Darién'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metetí | 8.4991° N | -77.979° W | 55 m | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
| La Palma | 8.405° N | -78.1404° W | 4 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yaviza | 8.1584° N | -77.6928° W | 10 m | 56 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Santa Fé | 8.6584° N | -78.1589° W | 29 m | 28 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Jaqué | 7.5183° N | -78.1634° W | 11 m | 99 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Garachiné | 8.0668° N | -78.3644° W | 9 m | 45 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Puerto Piña | 7.583° N | -78.1778° W | 13 m | 91 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Boca de Cupe | 8.0346° N | -77.5861° W | 115 m | 74 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Zapallal | 8.6495° N | -78.1286° W | 13 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
| El Real de Santa María | 8.108° N | -77.734° W | 26 m | 56 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Darién is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Panama. 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 Darién on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Panama.
The satellite view of Darién 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 Panama national map
Darién occupies a distinct geographic zone within Panama in the North America 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 Darién 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 Panama. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Darién 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 Panama. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Darién are latitude 7.8682° and longitude -77.8367°. In directional format: 7.8682° N, 77.8367° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Darién in Panama and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Darién is a state or administrative region of Panama, located in North America. Its capital city is La Palma. View the exact position of Darién on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Darién is at: Latitude 7° 52' 5" N and Longitude 77° 50' 12" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Darién covers a total area of approximately 11,892.50 km² (4,591.72 mi²). This is roughly 15.21% of Panama's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Darién is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 7.8682, -77.8367 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Darién in Panama. For broader context, explore the Panama national map or nearby states.
Today in Darién, sunrise is at 06:03 AM and sunset is at 06:29 PM, giving a day length of 12h 25m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Darién's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Darién is approximately 876 km (544 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,583 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Darién — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Biha, Indonesia, roughly 350 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.
