Current Date And Time In Canary Islands, Spain
Thursday, 23 July 2026
05:14:40 CEST
Capital: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Area: 7,447.00 km²
State Code: CN
Explore the interactive satellite map of Canary Islands, a state or administrative region of Spain, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Canary Islands — 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 Canary Islands in Spain.
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 Spain operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 28.2916° N | 16.6291° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 28.2916 | -16.6291 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 28° 17' 30" N | 16° 37' 45" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 28° 17.4938' N | 16° 37.7478' W |
| State / Region | Canary Islands |
| Country | Spain |
| Continent | Europe |
| Capital | Las Palmas de Gran Canaria |
| State Code | CN |
| Time Zone | +00:00 to +01:00 |
| Area (km²) | 7,447.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 2,875.30 mi² |
| Elevation | 2,506 m / 8,223 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 28.2916, -16.6291 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Canary Islands 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 Spain.
| State | Country | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra | Morocco | 458 km | 285 mi | ~5h 44m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Canary Islands. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Palmas de Gran Canaria | 383,516 | 28.1018° N | -15.4157° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 211,359 | 28.4682° N | -16.2546° W | 🗺 View Map |
| La Laguna | 150,661 | 28.4853° N | -16.3201° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Telde | 123,265 | 27.9924° N | -15.4192° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Centro | 88,546 | 28.1272° N | -15.4314° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Arona | 78,614 | 28.0996° N | -16.681° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Santa LucĂa | 71,863 | 27.9117° N | -15.5407° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Arrecife | 61,351 | 28.963° N | -13.5477° W | 🗺 View Map |
| San BartolomĂ© de Tirajana | 53,588 | 27.9248° N | -15.5733° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Adeje | 43,204 | 28.1227° N | -16.726° W | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Canary Islands is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Spain. 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 Canary Islands on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Spain.
The satellite view of Canary Islands 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 Spain national map
Canary Islands occupies a distinct geographic zone within Spain 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 Canary Islands 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 Spain. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Canary Islands 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 Spain. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Canary Islands are latitude 28.2916° and longitude -16.6291°. In directional format: 28.2916° N, 16.6291° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Canary Islands in Spain and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Canary Islands is a state or administrative region of Spain, located in Europe. Its capital city is Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. View the exact position of Canary Islands on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Canary Islands is at: Latitude 28° 17' 30" N and Longitude 16° 37' 45" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Canary Islands covers a total area of approximately 7,447.00 km² (2,875.30 mi²). This is roughly 1.48% of Spain's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Canary Islands is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 28.2916, -16.6291 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Canary Islands in Spain. For broader context, explore the Spain national map or nearby states.
