Current Date And Time In Ancash, Peru
Tuesday, 28 July 2026
04:36:20 PET
Capital: Huaraz
Currency: Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (PET)
Population: 1,217,000
Area: 35,889.91 km²
State Code: ANC
Explore the interactive satellite map of Ancash, a state or administrative region of Peru, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Ancash — 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 Ancash in Peru.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Peru operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 9.325° S | 77.5619° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -9.325 | -77.5619 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 9° 19' 30" S | 77° 33' 43" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 9° 19.503' S | 77° 33.7165' W |
| State / Region | Ancash (Áncash) |
| Country | Peru |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Huaraz |
| State Code | ANC |
| Time Zone | -05:00 |
| Districts | 20 |
| Population | 1,217,000 |
| Area (km²) | 35,889.91 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 13,857.17 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 33.88 /km² |
| Elevation | 3,014 m / 9,889 ft |
| Area Rank | #12 in Peru |
| Population Rank | #11 of 26 in Peru |
| GPS (DD) | -9.325, -77.5619 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ancash 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 Peru.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huánuco Department | Peru | E | 142 km | 88 mi | ~1h 47m | 🗺 View |
| La Libertad | Peru | NW | 165 km | 103 mi | ~2h 4m | 🗺 View |
| San Martín Department | Peru | N | 245 km | 152 mi | ~3h 4m | 🗺 View |
| Junin | Peru | SE | 267 km | 166 mi | ~3h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Pasco | Peru | SE | 292 km | 181 mi | ~3h 39m | 🗺 View |
| Callao | Peru | S | 307 km | 191 mi | ~3h 50m | 🗺 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 Ancash, along with each city's aerial distance from Huaraz, Ancash'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chimbote | -9.0751° S | -78.5937° W | 1 m | 127 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Huaraz | -9.5261° S | -77.5287° W | 2,829 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Centenario | -9.5166° S | -77.5305° W | 3,039 m | 1 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Huarmey | -10.0681° S | -78.1522° W | 13 m | 91 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Coishco | -9.0231° S | -78.6156° W | 20 m | 132 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Puerto Santa | -8.9898° S | -78.646° W | 2 m | 136 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pilcomayo | -9.0473° S | -77.8109° W | 2,271 m | 62 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Caraz | -9.0485° S | -77.8101° W | 2,441 m | 61 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yauya | -8.9914° S | -77.2915° W | 3,071 m | 65 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yungay | -9.1383° S | -77.7436° W | 2,521 m | 49 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Ancash is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Peru. 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 Ancash on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Peru.
The satellite view of Ancash 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 Peru national map
Ancash occupies a distinct geographic zone within Peru in the South 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 Ancash 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 Peru. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Ancash 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 Peru. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Ancash are latitude -9.325° and longitude -77.5619°. In directional format: 9.325° S, 77.5619° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Ancash in Peru and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Ancash is a state or administrative region of Peru, located in South America. Its capital city is Huaraz. View the exact position of Ancash on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Ancash is at: Latitude 9° 19' 30" S and Longitude 77° 33' 43" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Ancash covers a total area of approximately 35,889.91 km² (13,857.17 mi²). This is roughly 2.79% of Peru's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Ancash is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -9.325, -77.5619 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Ancash in Peru. For broader context, explore the Peru national map or nearby states.
Today in Ancash, sunrise is at 06:24 AM and sunset is at 06:08 PM, giving a day length of 11h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Ancash's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Ancash is approximately 1,038 km (645 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 8,520 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Ancash — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Sihanoukville, Cambodia, roughly 186 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.
