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El Arenal, Arequipa, Peru – Peru Flag

Current Date And Time In El Arenal, Peru

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
11:17:49 PET
State: Arequipa
Currency: Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (PET)
District: Provincia de Islay

🗺 Map of El Arenal, Arequipa, Peru – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of El Arenal, a city in Arequipa, 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 El Arenal — 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 El Arenal.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of El Arenal, Arequipa

📍 LATITUDE
17.121°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
71.798°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)17.1215° S71.7976° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-17.1215-71.7976
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)17° 7' 17" S71° 47' 51" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)17° 7.2894' S71° 47.8578' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in El Arenal Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:06 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:38 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 32m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:52 AM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from El Arenal’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,906 km
(1,184 mi) • El Arenal is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
7,638 km
(4,746 mi) • El Arenal is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
17.121° N, 108.202° E
The point exactly opposite El Arenal through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from El Arenal, you'd surface nearest to Phú Vang, Vietnam, about 92 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 El Arenal

📍 Location Details

CityEl Arenal
StateArequipa
CountryPeru
ContinentSouth America
DistrictProvincia de Islay
Time Zone-05:00

📈 Area & Population

GPS (DD)-17.1215, -71.7976

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of El Arenal

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Arequipa
Parent Country: Peru

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from El Arenal 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 Arequipa.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
La CurvaArequipaSW4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
Punta de BombónArequipaS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
CocachacraArequipaNE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
MejíaArequipaW12 km7 mi~12m🗺 View
MollendoArequipaNW26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View
Islay (Matarani)ArequipaNW35 km22 mi~35m🗺 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 El Arenal to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Arequipa
85 km (53 mi)
N of El Arenal • ~1h 25m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Lima
797 km (495 mi)
NW of El Arenal • ~13h 17m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Arequipa

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Arequipa-16.399° S-71.5375° W2,397 m0 km🗺 View Map
Ciudad Satelite-16.4309° S-71.5292° W2,336 m4 km🗺 View Map
Selva Alegre-16.3706° S-71.5272° W2,455 m3 km🗺 View Map
Cono Norte-16.3237° S-71.5815° W2,593 m10 km🗺 View Map
Jacobo Hunter-16.4408° S-71.5533° W2,282 m5 km🗺 View Map
Mollendo-17.0231° S-72.0147° W70 m86 km🗺 View Map
El Pedregal-16.3631° S-72.1921° W1,400 m70 km🗺 View Map
Camaná-16.6238° S-72.7106° W16 m128 km🗺 View Map
Cocachacra-17.0883° S-71.7575° W82 m80 km🗺 View Map
Horacio Zeballos Gamez-16.4918° S-71.5073° W2,369 m11 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
General Jorge Fernandez Maldon Airport
IATA: ILQ
80 km (50 mi) from El Arenal
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🌍 El Arenal Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of El Arenal Matter

The exact GPS location of El Arenal gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Arequipa. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Arequipa state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for El Arenal

The satellite view of El Arenal 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 Peru map

🌎 Regional Position of El Arenal in Arequipa

El Arenal sits within Arequipa, Peru, in the South America 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 El Arenal Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of El Arenal 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 Arequipa. › Browse every city in Arequipa

💻 Using El Arenal Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for El Arenal 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 Peru. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use El Arenal Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About El Arenal Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of El Arenal?

The GPS coordinates of El Arenal are latitude -17.1215° and longitude -71.7976°. In directional format: 17.1215° S, 71.7976° W. These coordinates mark the center of El Arenal in Arequipa and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is El Arenal located?

El Arenal is a city in Arequipa, Peru, on the continent of South America. It falls within Provincia de Islay. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of El Arenal?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, El Arenal sits at: Latitude 17° 7' 17" S and Longitude 71° 47' 51" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view El Arenal on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of El Arenal is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -17.1215, -71.7976 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate El Arenal in Arequipa. For broader context, explore the Arequipa state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to El Arenal?

The nearest airport to El Arenal is General Jorge Fernandez Maldon Airport (ILQ), roughly 80 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is El Arenal from Arequipa?

El Arenal is approximately 85 km (53 mi) from Arequipa, the capital of Arequipa, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Arequipa.

🗺 Which cities are closest to El Arenal?

The closest cities to El Arenal include La Curva, Punta de Bombón, Cocachacra. 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 El Arenal today?

Today in El Arenal, sunrise is at 06:06 AM and sunset is at 05:38 PM, giving a day length of 11h 32m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from El Arenal's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is El Arenal from the Equator?

El Arenal is approximately 1,906 km (1,184 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 7,638 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 El Arenal?

The antipodal point of El Arenal — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Phú Vang, Vietnam, roughly 92 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 El Arenal from Lima, the capital of Peru?

El Arenal is approximately 797 km (495 mi) NW of Lima, the national capital of Peru, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.