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Dorado, Puerto Rico – Puerto Rico Flag

Current Date And Time In Dorado, Puerto Rico

Sunday, 26 July 2026
09:54:07 AST
Capital: Dorado
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (AST)
Population: 35,879
Area: 142.78 km²
State Code: DO

🗺 Map of Dorado, Puerto Rico – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Dorado, a state or administrative region of Puerto Rico, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Dorado — 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 Dorado in Puerto Rico.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Dorado, Puerto Rico

📍 LATITUDE
18.463°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
66.272°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)18.463° N66.2717° W
Signed Decimal Degrees18.463-66.2717
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)18° 27' 47" N66° 16' 18" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)18° 27.7824' N66° 16.3035' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Dorado Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:59 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:03 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 3m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:31 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from Dorado’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,055 km
(1,277 mi) • Dorado is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
6,998 km
(4,348 mi) • Dorado is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
18.463° S, 113.728° E
The point exactly opposite Dorado through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Dorado, you'd surface nearest to Onslow, Australia, about 381 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 Dorado

📍 Location Details

State / RegionDorado
CountryPuerto Rico
ContinentNorth America
CapitalDorado
State CodeDO
Time Zone-04:00
Districts6

📈 Area & Population

Population35,879
Area (km²)142.78 km²
Area (mi²)55.13 mi²
Pop. Density251.29 /km²
Elevation18 m / 60 ft
Area Rank#17 in Puerto Rico
Population Rank#6 of 11 in Puerto Rico
GPS (DD)18.463, -66.2717

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring States

🗺 Neighboring States of Dorado

Nearby States Found: 6 states
Parent Country: Puerto Rico
Continent: North America

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 142.78 km² (55.13 mi²)
🎮 Share of Puerto Rico: 1.57% of total country area
🌎 World Land Share: 0.0001% of Earth's land surface
👥 Population Density: 251.29 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby States

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Dorado 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 Puerto Rico.

StateCountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Toa BajaPuerto RicoSE3 km2 mi~2m🗺 View
Toa AltaPuerto RicoS9 km5 mi~6m🗺 View
Vega AltaPuerto RicoSW10 km6 mi~8m🗺 View
CatañoPuerto RicoE13 km8 mi~10m🗺 View
BayamónPuerto RicoSE14 km9 mi~10m🗺 View
Vega BajaPuerto RicoW15 km9 mi~11m🗺 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.

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Dorado

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Dorado, along with each city's aerial distance from Dorado, Dorado's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Dorado18.4588° N-66.2677° W3 m0 km🗺 View Map
San Antonio18.4488° N-66.3027° W7 m4 km🗺 View Map
Río Lajas18.3947° N-66.2677° W132 m7 km🗺 View Map
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🌍 Dorado Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Dorado Matter

The precise GPS location of Dorado is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Puerto Rico. 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

📈 Coordinate Formats for Dorado Mapping

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 Dorado on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Puerto Rico.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Dorado

The satellite view of Dorado 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 Puerto Rico national map

🌎 Regional Position of Dorado in Puerto Rico

Dorado occupies a distinct geographic zone within Puerto Rico in the North 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Dorado Coordinates

Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Dorado 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 Puerto Rico. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference

💻 Using Dorado Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Dorado 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 Puerto Rico. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Dorado Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Dorado directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Bordering RegionsUse the nearby states tool to find all regions bordering Dorado. Ideal for regional analysis, cross-border logistics and multi-territory market research in Puerto Rico.
🏝 Cities & Territory Drill-DownAccess the full list of cities in Dorado with their own GPS data for precise intra-regional mapping, branch planning and urban coverage analysis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Dorado Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Dorado?

The GPS coordinates of Dorado are latitude 18.463° and longitude -66.2717°. In directional format: 18.463° N, 66.2717° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Dorado in Puerto Rico and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

🌎 Where is Dorado located?

Dorado is a state or administrative region of Puerto Rico, located in North America. Its capital city is Dorado. View the exact position of Dorado on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Dorado?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Dorado is at: Latitude 18° 27' 47" N and Longitude 66° 16' 18" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.

📐 What is the total area of Dorado?

Dorado covers a total area of approximately 142.78 km² (55.13 mi²). This is roughly 1.57% of Puerto Rico's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.

🗺 How can I view Dorado on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Dorado is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 18.463, -66.2717 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Dorado in Puerto Rico. For broader context, explore the Puerto Rico national map or nearby states.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Dorado today?

Today in Dorado, sunrise is at 05:59 AM and sunset is at 07:03 PM, giving a day length of 13h 3m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Dorado's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Dorado from the Equator?

Dorado is approximately 2,055 km (1,277 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,998 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 Dorado?

The antipodal point of Dorado — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Onslow, Australia, roughly 381 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.