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Current Date And Time In Samos, Spain

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
23:41:36 CEST
State: Galicia
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Population: 1,860
District: Provincia de Lugo

🗺 Map of Samos, Galicia, Spain – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Samos, a city in Galicia, 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 Samos — 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 Samos.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Samos, Galicia

📍 LATITUDE
42.731°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.326°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)42.731° N7.3258° W
Signed Decimal Degrees42.731-7.3258
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)42° 43' 52" N7° 19' 33" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)42° 43.86' N7° 19.5492' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Samos Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:32 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:36 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 3m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
02:34 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Samos’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,757 km
(2,956 mi) • Samos is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
599 km
(372 mi) • Samos is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
42.731° S, 172.674° E
The point exactly opposite Samos through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Samos, you'd surface nearest to Hanmer Springs, New Zealand, about 27 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 Samos

📍 Location Details

CitySamos
StateGalicia
CountrySpain
ContinentEurope
DistrictProvincia de Lugo
Time Zone+00:00 to +01:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,860
Elevation532 m / 1,745 ft
GPS (DD)42.731, -7.3258

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Samos

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Galicia
Parent Country: Spain

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,860
🏆 State Rank: #175 of 222 most populous in Galicia

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Samos 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 Galicia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
TríacastelaGaliciaE7 km5 mi~7m🗺 View
SarriaGaliciaNW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
O IncioGaliciaS11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
LáncaraGaliciaN15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
BóvedaGaliciaSW18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
BarallaGaliciaN19 km12 mi~19m🗺 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 Samos to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Santiago de Compostela
101 km (63 mi)
W of Samos • ~1h 41m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Madrid
396 km (246 mi)
SE of Samos • ~6h 36m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Galicia

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Vigo42.2328° N-8.7226° W86 m73 km🗺 View Map
A Coruña43.3714° N-8.396° W22 m56 km🗺 View Map
Ourense42.3367° N-7.8641° W146 m82 km🗺 View Map
Santiago de Compostela42.8805° N-8.5457° W257 m0 km🗺 View Map
Lugo43.0099° N-7.556° W465 m82 km🗺 View Map
Pontevedra42.431° N-8.6444° W29 m51 km🗺 View Map
Ferrol43.4845° N-8.2329° W24 m72 km🗺 View Map
Narón43.5018° N-8.1908° W23 m75 km🗺 View Map
Vilagarcía de Arousa42.5963° N-8.7643° W10 m36 km🗺 View Map
Oleiros43.3333° N-8.3167° W127 m54 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport
IATA: SCQ
91 km (56 mi) from Samos
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🌍 Samos Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Samos Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Samos

The satellite view of Samos 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 Spain map

🌎 Regional Position of Samos in Galicia

Samos sits within Galicia, Spain, 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 Samos Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Samos 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 Galicia. › Browse every city in Galicia

💻 Using Samos Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Samos 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 Spain. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Samos Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Samos Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Samos?

The GPS coordinates of Samos are latitude 42.731° and longitude -7.3258°. In directional format: 42.731° N, 7.3258° W. These coordinates mark the center of Samos in Galicia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Samos located?

Samos is a city in Galicia, Spain, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Provincia de Lugo. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Samos?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Samos sits at: Latitude 42° 43' 52" N and Longitude 7° 19' 33" 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 Samos?

Samos has a population of approximately 1,860 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Galicia.

🗺 How can I view Samos on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Samos is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 42.731, -7.3258 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Samos in Galicia. For broader context, explore the Galicia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Samos?

The nearest airport to Samos is Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport (SCQ), roughly 91 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Samos from Santiago de Compostela?

Samos is approximately 101 km (63 mi) from Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Galicia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Samos?

Samos sits at an elevation of approximately 532 meters (1,745 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Galicia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Samos?

The closest cities to Samos include Tríacastela, Sarria, O Incio. 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 Samos today?

Today in Samos, sunrise is at 07:32 AM and sunset is at 09:36 PM, giving a day length of 14h 3m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Samos's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Samos from the Equator?

Samos is approximately 4,757 km (2,956 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 599 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 Samos?

The antipodal point of Samos — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hanmer Springs, New Zealand, roughly 27 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 Samos from Madrid, the capital of Spain?

Samos is approximately 396 km (246 mi) SE of Madrid, the national capital of Spain, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.