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Fuerte, Ilocos, Philippines – Philippines Flag

Current Date And Time In Fuerte, Philippines

Thursday, 13 August 2026
18:23:44 PHT
State: Ilocos
Currency: Philippine Piso (PHP)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (PHT)
Population: 2,558
District: Province of Ilocos Sur

🗺 Map of Fuerte, Ilocos, Philippines – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Fuerte, a city in Ilocos, Philippines, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Fuerte β€” 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 Fuerte.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Philippines operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Fuerte, Ilocos

📍 LATITUDE
17.534°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
120.37°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)17.5342° N120.3695° E
Signed Decimal Degrees17.5342120.3695
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)17° 32' 3" N120° 22' 10" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)17° 32.0508' N120° 22.17' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Fuerte Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:39 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:27 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 47m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:03 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Fuerte’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,952 km
(1,213 mi) • Fuerte is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
12,777 km
(7,939 mi) • Fuerte is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
17.534° S, 59.631° W
The point exactly opposite Fuerte through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Fuerte, you'd surface nearest to San Pedro, Bolivia, about 86 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 Fuerte

📍 Location Details

CityFuerte
StateIlocos
CountryPhilippines
ContinentAsia
DistrictProvince of Ilocos Sur
Time Zone+08:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,558
Elevation8 m / 26 ft
GPS (DD)17.5342, 120.3695

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Fuerte

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Ilocos
Parent Country: Philippines

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,558
🏆 State Rank: #206 of 297 most populous in Ilocos
🏠 Share of Ilocos Population: 0.048%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Fuerte 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 Ilocos.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
CaoayanIlocosNE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
ViganIlocosN5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
CabittaoganIlocosN5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
BantayIlocosN6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
San VicenteIlocosN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
Santa CatalinaIlocosN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 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 Fuerte to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • San Fernando
102 km (64 mi)
S of Fuerte • ~1h 42m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Manila
332 km (206 mi)
S of Fuerte • ~5h 32m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Ilocos

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Dagupan16.0431° N120.3333° E8 m64 km🗺 View Map
Urdaneta15.9761° N120.5711° E32 m76 km🗺 View Map
Bayambang15.8127° N120.4557° E25 m91 km🗺 View Map
Laoag18.1978° N120.5957° E15 m178 km🗺 View Map
Calasiao16.0111° N120.36° E9 m67 km🗺 View Map
Mangaldan16.07° N120.4025° E8 m61 km🗺 View Map
San Fernando16.6159° N120.3166° E9 m0 km🗺 View Map
Bauang16.5308° N120.3331° E13 m10 km🗺 View Map
Rosales15.8944° N120.6328° E37 m87 km🗺 View Map
Villasis15.9017° N120.5883° E30 m85 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Laoag International Airport
IATA: LAO
73 km (46 mi) from Fuerte
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🌍 Fuerte Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Fuerte Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Fuerte

The satellite view of Fuerte 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 Philippines map

🌎 Regional Position of Fuerte in Ilocos

Fuerte sits within Ilocos, Philippines, in the Asia 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 Fuerte Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Fuerte 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 Ilocos. › Browse every city in Ilocos

💻 Using Fuerte Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Fuerte 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 Philippines. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Fuerte Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Fuerte Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Fuerte?

The GPS coordinates of Fuerte are latitude 17.5342° and longitude 120.3695°. In directional format: 17.5342° N, 120.3695° E. These coordinates mark the center of Fuerte in Ilocos and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Fuerte located?

Fuerte is a city in Ilocos, Philippines, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Province of Ilocos Sur. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Fuerte?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Fuerte sits at: Latitude 17° 32' 3" N and Longitude 120° 22' 10" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Fuerte?

Fuerte has a population of approximately 2,558 people. This is roughly 0.048% of Ilocos's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Ilocos.

🗺 How can I view Fuerte on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Fuerte is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 17.5342, 120.3695 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Fuerte in Ilocos. For broader context, explore the Ilocos state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Fuerte?

The nearest airport to Fuerte is Laoag International Airport (LAO), roughly 73 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Fuerte from San Fernando?

Fuerte is approximately 102 km (64 mi) from San Fernando, the capital of Ilocos, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Ilocos.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Fuerte?

Fuerte sits at an elevation of approximately 8 meters (26 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Ilocos.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Fuerte?

The closest cities to Fuerte include Caoayan, Vigan, Cabittaogan. 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 Fuerte today?

Today in Fuerte, sunrise is at 05:39 AM and sunset is at 06:27 PM, giving a day length of 12h 47m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Fuerte's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Fuerte from the Equator?

Fuerte is approximately 1,952 km (1,213 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 12,777 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 Fuerte?

The antipodal point of Fuerte — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to San Pedro, Bolivia, roughly 86 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 Fuerte from Manila, the capital of Philippines?

Fuerte is approximately 332 km (206 mi) S of Manila, the national capital of Philippines, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.