Current Date And Time In Tacna, Peru
Monday, 27 July 2026
19:35:08 PET
Capital: Tacna
Currency: Peruvian Sol (PEN)
Timezone: UTC -05:00 (PET)
Population: 370,000
Area: 16,075.89 km²
State Code: TAC
Explore the interactive satellite map of Tacna, 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 Tacna — 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 Tacna 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) | 18.0068° S | 70.246° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -18.0068 | -70.246 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 18° 0' 24" S | 70° 14' 46" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 18° 0.4056' S | 70° 14.7615' W |
| State / Region | Tacna |
| Country | Peru |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Tacna |
| State Code | TAC |
| Time Zone | -05:00 |
| Districts | 4 |
| Population | 370,000 |
| Area (km²) | 16,075.89 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,206.93 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 23.01 /km² |
| Elevation | 583 m / 1,912 ft |
| Area Rank | #21 in Peru |
| Population Rank | #22 of 26 in Peru |
| GPS (DD) | -18.0068, -70.246 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Tacna 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moquegua Department | Peru | NW | 143 km | 89 mi | ~1h 47m | 🗺 View |
| Arequipa | Peru | NW | 225 km | 140 mi | ~2h 49m | 🗺 View |
| Puno | Peru | N | 242 km | 150 mi | ~3h 2m | 🗺 View |
| Cuzco Department | Peru | N | 474 km | 295 mi | ~5h 56m | 🗺 View |
| Apurímac Department | Peru | NW | 535 km | 332 mi | ~6h 41m | 🗺 View |
| Ayacucho | Peru | NW | 687 km | 427 mi | ~8h 35m | 🗺 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 Tacna, along with each city's aerial distance from Tacna, Tacna'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacna | -18.0147° S | -70.2536° W | 567 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ilabaya | -17.4207° S | -70.5128° W | 1,386 m | 72 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chuquitira | -17.2891° S | -70.0434° W | 4,266 m | 84 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pujocucho | -17.1536° S | -70.3565° W | 3,955 m | 96 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Candarave | -17.2678° S | -70.2494° W | 3,445 m | 83 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Quilahuani | -17.318° S | -70.2585° W | 3,215 m | 77 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tarata | -17.4744° S | -70.0328° W | 3,083 m | 64 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Totorales | -17.4059° S | -70.3664° W | 2,417 m | 69 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chipispaya | -17.4981° S | -70.2169° W | 1,940 m | 58 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ite | -17.8611° S | -70.9652° W | 180 m | 77 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Tacna 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 Tacna on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Peru.
The satellite view of Tacna 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
Tacna 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 Tacna 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 Tacna 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 Tacna are latitude -18.0068° and longitude -70.246°. In directional format: 18.0068° S, 70.246° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Tacna in Peru and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Tacna is a state or administrative region of Peru, located in South America. Its capital city is Tacna. View the exact position of Tacna on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Tacna is at: Latitude 18° 0' 24" S and Longitude 70° 14' 46" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Tacna covers a total area of approximately 16,075.89 km² (6,206.93 mi²). This is roughly 1.25% of Peru's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Tacna is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -18.0068, -70.246 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Tacna in Peru. For broader context, explore the Peru national map or nearby states.
Today in Tacna, sunrise is at 06:08 AM and sunset is at 05:26 PM, giving a day length of 11h 18m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Tacna's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Tacna is approximately 2,005 km (1,246 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 7,437 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Tacna — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tiandu, China, roughly 36 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.
