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Palmer, Río Grande, Puerto Rico – Puerto Rico Flag

Current Date And Time In Palmer, Puerto Rico

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
02:05:30 AST
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (AST)
Population: 1,205
District: Mameyes II Barrio

🗺 Map of Palmer, Río Grande, Puerto Rico – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Palmer, a city in Río Grande, 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 Palmer — 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 Palmer.

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 Palmer, Río Grande

📍 LATITUDE
18.371°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
65.774°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)18.3705° N65.7741° W
Signed Decimal Degrees18.3705-65.7741
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)18° 22' 14" N65° 46' 27" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)18° 22.2306' N65° 46.443' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Palmer Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:03 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:53 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 49m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:28 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Palmer’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,045 km
(1,271 mi) • Palmer is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
6,949 km
(4,318 mi) • Palmer is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
18.371° S, 114.226° E
The point exactly opposite Palmer through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Palmer, you'd surface nearest to Dampier, Australia, about 365 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 Palmer

📍 Location Details

CityPalmer
StateRío Grande
CountryPuerto Rico
ContinentNorth America
DistrictMameyes II Barrio
Time Zone-04:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,205
Area (km²)0.53 km²
Area (mi²)0.20 mi²
Pop. Density2,273.58 /km²
Elevation18 m / 59 ft
GPS (DD)18.3705, -65.7741

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Palmer

Nearby Cities Found: 4 cities
Parent State: Río Grande
Parent Country: Puerto Rico

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,205
🏆 State Rank: #5 of 5 most populous in Río Grande
📏 Built-Up Area: 0.53 km²
👥 Population Density: 2,274 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Palmer 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 Río Grande.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Hato CandalRío GrandeW1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
Río GrandeRío GrandeW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
BartoloRío GrandeW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
La DoloresRío GrandeW9 km5 mi~9m🗺 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 Palmer to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • San Juan
37 km (23 mi)
W of Palmer • ~37m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Río Grande

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Río Grande18.3802° N-65.8313° W13 m-🗺 View Map
La Dolores18.3755° N-65.8557° W15 m-🗺 View Map
Hato Candal18.3744° N-65.7871° W41 m-🗺 View Map
Bartolo18.3613° N-65.8385° W61 m-🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
José Aponte de la Torre Airport
IATA: NRR
20 km (12 mi) from Palmer
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🌍 Palmer Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Palmer Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Palmer

The satellite view of Palmer 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 Puerto Rico map

🌎 Regional Position of Palmer in Río Grande

Palmer sits within Río Grande, Puerto Rico, in the North America 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 Palmer Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Palmer 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 Río Grande. › Browse every city in Río Grande

💻 Using Palmer Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Palmer 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 Puerto Rico. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Palmer Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Palmer Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Palmer?

The GPS coordinates of Palmer are latitude 18.3705° and longitude -65.7741°. In directional format: 18.3705° N, 65.7741° W. These coordinates mark the center of Palmer in Río Grande and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Palmer located?

Palmer is a city in Río Grande, Puerto Rico, on the continent of North America. It falls within Mameyes II Barrio. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Palmer?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Palmer sits at: Latitude 18° 22' 14" N and Longitude 65° 46' 27" 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 Palmer?

Palmer has a population of approximately 1,205 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Río Grande.

🗺 How can I view Palmer on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Palmer is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 18.3705, -65.7741 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Palmer in Río Grande. For broader context, explore the Río Grande state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Palmer?

The nearest airport to Palmer is José Aponte de la Torre Airport (NRR), roughly 20 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Palmer?

Palmer sits at an elevation of approximately 18 meters (59 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Río Grande.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Palmer?

The closest cities to Palmer include Hato Candal, Río Grande, Bartolo. 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 Palmer today?

Today in Palmer, sunrise is at 06:03 AM and sunset is at 06:53 PM, giving a day length of 12h 49m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Palmer's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Palmer from the Equator?

Palmer is approximately 2,045 km (1,271 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,949 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 Palmer?

The antipodal point of Palmer — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Dampier, Australia, roughly 365 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 Palmer from San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico?

Palmer is approximately 37 km (23 mi) W of San Juan, the national capital of Puerto Rico, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.