Current Date And Time In Faro, Portugal
Sunday, 06 September 2026
04:42:07 WEST
Capital: Faro (city)
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (WEST)
Population: 458,734
Area: 11,215.54 km²
State Code: FA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Faro, a state or administrative region of Portugal, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Faro — 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 Faro in Portugal.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Portugal operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 37.0165° N | 7.9352° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 37.0165 | -7.9352 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 37° 0' 59" N | 7° 56' 7" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 37° 0.9878' N | 7° 56.1119' W |
| State / Region | Faro (Distrito de Faro) |
| Country | Portugal |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Faro (city) |
| State Code | FA |
| Time Zone | -01:00 to +00:00 |
| Districts | 16 |
| Population | 458,734 |
| Area (km²) | 11,215.54 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 4,330.34 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 40.90 /km² |
| Elevation | 3 m / 10 ft |
| Area Rank | #8 in Portugal |
| Population Rank | #8 of 20 in Portugal |
| GPS (DD) | 37.0165, -7.9352 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Faro 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 Portugal.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beja | Portugal | N | 111 km | 69 mi | ~1h 23m | 🗺 View |
| Setúbal | Portugal | N | 149 km | 92 mi | ~1h 52m | 🗺 View |
| Évora | Portugal | N | 173 km | 107 mi | ~2h 10m | 🗺 View |
| Lisbon | Portugal | NW | 217 km | 135 mi | ~2h 43m | 🗺 View |
| Portalegre | Portugal | N | 257 km | 160 mi | ~3h 13m | 🗺 View |
| Santarém | Portugal | N | 261 km | 162 mi | ~3h 16m | 🗺 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 Faro, along with each city's aerial distance from Faro (city), Faro'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faro | 37.0187° N | -7.9272° W | 24 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Portimão | 37.1386° N | -8.5378° W | 13 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Lagos | 37.102° N | -8.6742° W | 12 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Olhão | 37.0286° N | -7.8411° W | 11 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Quarteira | 37.0695° N | -8.1006° W | 23 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Porto de Mós | 37.0853° N | -8.6837° W | 18 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Laranjeiro | 37.068° N | -7.8078° W | 50 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Loulé | 37.1377° N | -8.0197° W | 186 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Quelfes | 37.06° N | -7.8216° W | 32 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Albufeira | 37.0882° N | -8.2503° W | 14 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Faro is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Portugal. 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 Faro on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Portugal.
The satellite view of Faro 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 Portugal national map
Faro occupies a distinct geographic zone within Portugal in the Europe 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 Faro 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 Portugal. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Faro 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 Portugal. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Faro are latitude 37.0165° and longitude -7.9352°. In directional format: 37.0165° N, 7.9352° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Faro in Portugal and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Faro is a state or administrative region of Portugal, located in Europe. Its capital city is Faro (city). View the exact position of Faro on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Faro is at: Latitude 37° 0' 59" N and Longitude 7° 56' 7" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Faro covers a total area of approximately 11,215.54 km² (4,330.34 mi²). This is roughly 12.14% of Portugal's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Faro is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 37.0165, -7.9352 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Faro in Portugal. For broader context, explore the Portugal national map or nearby states.
Today in Faro, sunrise is at 07:05 AM and sunset is at 07:54 PM, giving a day length of 12h 49m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Faro's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Faro is approximately 4,121 km (2,560 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 705 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Faro — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Dargaville, New Zealand, roughly 202 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.
