Current Date And Time In Virú, Peru
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
15:58:41 PET
State: La Libertad
Currency: Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (PET)
Population: 20,774
District: Viru
Explore the interactive satellite map of Virú, a city in La Libertad, 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 Virú — 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 Virú.
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) | 8.4155° S | 78.752° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -8.4155 | -78.752 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 8° 24' 56" S | 78° 45' 7" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 8° 24.9324' S | 78° 45.1206' W |
| City | Virú |
| State | La Libertad |
| Country | Peru |
| Continent | South America |
| District | Viru |
| Time Zone | -05:00 |
| Population | 20,774 |
| Elevation | 75 m / 246 ft |
| GPS (DD) | -8.4155, -78.752 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Virú 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 La Libertad.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puente Viru | La Libertad | W | 3 km | 2 mi | ~3m | 🗺 View |
| Victor Raul | La Libertad | W | 8 km | 5 mi | ~8m | 🗺 View |
| Buena Vista | La Libertad | SE | 15 km | 9 mi | ~15m | 🗺 View |
| Chao | La Libertad | SE | 16 km | 10 mi | ~16m | 🗺 View |
| Salaverry | La Libertad | NW | 33 km | 20 mi | ~33m | 🗺 View |
| Alto Salaverry | La Libertad | NW | 36 km | 23 mi | ~36m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in La Libertad, the home state of Virú, along with each city's aerial distance from Trujillo, La Libertad's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trujillo | -8.116° S | -79.03° W | 31 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chepén | -7.2244° S | -79.4248° W | 239 m | 108 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chocope | -7.7914° S | -79.2217° W | 109 m | 42 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pacasmayo | -7.4006° S | -79.5714° W | 12 m | 99 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Guadalupe | -7.25° S | -79.4833° W | 83 m | 108 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Laredo | -8.0897° S | -78.9602° W | 97 m | 8 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Moche | -8.1711° S | -79.0092° W | 13 m | 7 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Santiago de Cao | -7.9589° S | -79.2392° W | 18 m | 29 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Huamachuco | -7.8° S | -78.0667° W | 3,341 m | 112 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Paiján | -7.7329° S | -79.3015° W | 93 m | 52 km | 🗺 View Map |
Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport IATA: TRU 54 km (34 mi) from Virú |
The exact GPS location of Virú gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside La Libertad. 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 La Libertad state-level map data
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 Virú are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Virú 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
Virú sits within La Libertad, 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Virú 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 La Libertad. › Browse every city in La Libertad
Coordinates for Virú 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
The GPS coordinates of Virú are latitude -8.4155° and longitude -78.752°. In directional format: 8.4155° S, 78.752° W. These coordinates mark the center of Virú in La Libertad and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Virú is a city in La Libertad, Peru, on the continent of South America. It falls within Viru. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Virú sits at: Latitude 8° 24' 56" S and Longitude 78° 45' 7" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Virú has a population of approximately 20,774 people. This is roughly 1.030% of La Libertad's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in La Libertad.
The interactive satellite map of Virú is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -8.4155, -78.752 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Virú in La Libertad. For broader context, explore the La Libertad state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Virú is Capitán FAP Carlos Martínez de Pinillos International Airport (TRU), roughly 54 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Virú is approximately 45 km (28 mi) from Trujillo, the capital of La Libertad, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in La Libertad.
Virú sits at an elevation of approximately 75 meters (246 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for La Libertad.
The closest cities to Virú include Puente Viru, Victor Raul, Buena Vista. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Virú, sunrise is at 06:24 AM and sunset is at 06:15 PM, giving a day length of 11h 51m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Virú's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Virú is approximately 937 km (582 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 8,672 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Virú — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hua Sai, Thailand, roughly 112 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.
Virú is approximately 445 km (277 mi) SE of Lima, the national capital of Peru, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
