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Porches, Faro, Portugal – Portugal Flag

Current Date And Time In Porches, Portugal

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
20:27:31 WEST
State: Faro
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (WEST)
Population: 2,011
District: Lagoa

🗺 Map of Porches, Faro, Portugal – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Porches, a city in Faro, 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 Porches — 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 Porches.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Porches, Faro

📍 LATITUDE
37.127°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.402°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)37.1267° N8.4016° W
Signed Decimal Degrees37.1267-8.4016
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)37° 7' 36" N8° 24' 6" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)37° 7.599' N8° 24.0972' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Porches Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:47 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:29 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 42m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:38 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Porches’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,133 km
(2,568 mi) • Porches is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
746 km
(463 mi) • Porches is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
37.127° S, 171.598° E
The point exactly opposite Porches through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Porches, you'd surface nearest to Dargaville, New Zealand, about 243 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 Porches

📍 Location Details

CityPorches
StateFaro (Distrito de Faro)
CountryPortugal
ContinentEurope
DistrictLagoa
Time Zone-01:00 to +00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,011
Area (km²)15.64 km²
Area (mi²)6.04 mi²
Pop. Density128.58 /km²
Elevation80 m / 262 ft
GPS (DD)37.1267, -8.4016

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Porches

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Faro
Parent Country: Portugal

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,011
🏆 State Rank: #47 of 58 most populous in Faro
🏠 Share of Faro Population: 0.438%
📏 Built-Up Area: 15.64 km²
👥 Population Density: 129 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Porches 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 Faro.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
LagoaFaroW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
Armação de PêraFaroSE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
AlcantarilhaFaroE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
PêraFaroE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
CarvoeiroFaroSW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
SilvesFaroNW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 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 Porches to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Lisbon
189 km (118 mi)
N of Porches • ~3h 9m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Faro

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Faro37.0187° N-7.9272° W24 m-🗺 View Map
Portimão37.1386° N-8.5378° W13 m-🗺 View Map
Lagos37.102° N-8.6742° W12 m-🗺 View Map
Olhão37.0286° N-7.8411° W11 m-🗺 View Map
Quarteira37.0695° N-8.1006° W23 m-🗺 View Map
Porto de Mós37.0853° N-8.6837° W18 m-🗺 View Map
Laranjeiro37.068° N-7.8078° W50 m-🗺 View Map
Loulé37.1377° N-8.0197° W186 m-🗺 View Map
Quelfes37.06° N-7.8216° W32 m-🗺 View Map
Albufeira37.0882° N-8.2503° W14 m-🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Portimão Airport
IATA: PRM
16 km (10 mi) from Porches
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🌍 Porches Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Porches Matter

The exact GPS location of Porches gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Faro. 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 Faro state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Porches

The satellite view of Porches 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 Portugal map

🌎 Regional Position of Porches in Faro

Porches sits within Faro, Portugal, in the Europe 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 Porches Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Porches 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 Faro. › Browse every city in Faro

💻 Using Porches Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Porches 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 Portugal. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Porches Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Porches Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Porches?

The GPS coordinates of Porches are latitude 37.1267° and longitude -8.4016°. In directional format: 37.1267° N, 8.4016° W. These coordinates mark the center of Porches in Faro and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Porches located?

Porches is a city in Faro, Portugal, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Lagoa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Porches?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Porches sits at: Latitude 37° 7' 36" N and Longitude 8° 24' 6" W. 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 Porches?

Porches has a population of approximately 2,011 people. This is roughly 0.438% of Faro's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Faro.

🗺 How can I view Porches on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Porches is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 37.1267, -8.4016 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Porches in Faro. For broader context, explore the Faro state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Porches?

The nearest airport to Porches is Portimão Airport (PRM), roughly 16 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Porches?

Porches sits at an elevation of approximately 80 meters (262 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Faro.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Porches?

The closest cities to Porches include Lagoa, Armação de Pêra, Alcantarilha. 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 Porches today?

Today in Porches, sunrise is at 06:47 AM and sunset is at 08:29 PM, giving a day length of 13h 42m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Porches's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Porches from the Equator?

Porches is approximately 4,133 km (2,568 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 746 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 Porches?

The antipodal point of Porches — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Dargaville, New Zealand, roughly 243 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 Porches from Lisbon, the capital of Portugal?

Porches is approximately 189 km (118 mi) N of Lisbon, the national capital of Portugal, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.