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Current Date And Time In La Rioja, Spain

Sunday, 06 September 2026
22:22:49 CEST
Capital: Logroño
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CEST)
Area: 5,045.00 km²
State Code: RI

🗺 Map of La Rioja, Spain – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of La Rioja, 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 La Rioja — 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 La Rioja 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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of La Rioja, Spain

📍 LATITUDE
42.287°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
2.54°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)42.2871° N2.5396° W
Signed Decimal Degrees42.2871-2.5396
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)42° 17' 13" N2° 32' 23" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)42° 17.2244' N2° 32.3762' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in La Rioja Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:40 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:35 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 55m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
02:08 PM
Calculated for today (06 Sep 2026) from La Rioja’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,707 km
(2,925 mi) • La Rioja is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
209 km
(130 mi) • La Rioja is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
42.287° S, 177.46° E
The point exactly opposite La Rioja through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from La Rioja, you'd surface nearest to Castlepoint, New Zealand, about 186 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 La Rioja

📍 Location Details

State / RegionLa Rioja
CountrySpain
ContinentEurope
CapitalLogroño
State CodeRI
Time Zone+00:00 to +01:00

📈 Area & Population

Area (km²)5,045.00 km²
Area (mi²)1,947.88 mi²
Elevation977 m / 3,204 ft
Area Rank#16 in Spain
GPS (DD)42.2871, -2.5396

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring States

🗺 Neighboring States of La Rioja

Nearby States Found: 6 states
Parent Country: Spain
Continent: Europe

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 5,045.00 km² (1,947.88 mi²)
🎮 Share of Spain: 1.00% of total country area
🌎 World Land Share: 0.0034% of Earth's land surface
👥 Population Density: 0.00 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby States

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from La Rioja 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.

StateCountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Basque CountrySpainN78 km49 mi~59m🗺 View
NavarreSpainNE84 km52 mi~1h 3m🗺 View
CantabriaSpainNW155 km96 mi~1h 56m🗺 View
AragonSpainSE155 km97 mi~1h 57m🗺 View
Castille and LeónSpainW161 km100 mi~2h 1m🗺 View
MadridSpainSW230 km143 mi~2h 52m🗺 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.

🚗 Distance from La Rioja to the National Capital

Logroño → Madrid, Spain
251 km (156 mi)
SW of La Rioja's capital • ~3h 8m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in La Rioja

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in La Rioja, along with each city's aerial distance from Logroño, La Rioja'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
Logroño42.4662° N-2.4512° W380 m0 km🗺 View Map
Calahorra42.3051° N-1.9652° W352 m44 km🗺 View Map
Arnedo42.228° N-2.1008° W531 m39 km🗺 View Map
Haro42.5763° N-2.8476° W478 m35 km🗺 View Map
Alfaro42.1803° N-1.7502° W298 m66 km🗺 View Map
Nájera42.4182° N-2.7287° W496 m23 km🗺 View Map
Santo Domingo de la Calzada42.4402° N-2.9537° W646 m41 km🗺 View Map
Lardero42.4269° N-2.4615° W438 m4 km🗺 View Map
Autol42.2166° N-2.0053° W434 m46 km🗺 View Map
Villamediana de Iregua42.4266° N-2.4194° W445 m5 km🗺 View Map
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🌍 La Rioja Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of La Rioja Matter

The precise GPS location of La Rioja 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

📈 Coordinate Formats for La Rioja 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 La Rioja on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Spain.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for La Rioja

The satellite view of La Rioja 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

🌎 Regional Position of La Rioja in Spain

La Rioja 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with La Rioja Coordinates

Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of La Rioja 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

💻 Using La Rioja Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for La Rioja 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

📊 How to Use La Rioja Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of La Rioja 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 La Rioja. Ideal for regional analysis, cross-border logistics and multi-territory market research in Spain.
🏝 Cities & Territory Drill-DownAccess the full list of cities in La Rioja with their own GPS data for precise intra-regional mapping, branch planning and urban coverage analysis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About La Rioja Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of La Rioja?

The GPS coordinates of La Rioja are latitude 42.2871° and longitude -2.5396°. In directional format: 42.2871° N, 2.5396° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of La Rioja in Spain and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

🌎 Where is La Rioja located?

La Rioja is a state or administrative region of Spain, located in Europe. Its capital city is Logroño. View the exact position of La Rioja on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of La Rioja?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, La Rioja is at: Latitude 42° 17' 13" N and Longitude 2° 32' 23" 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 La Rioja?

La Rioja covers a total area of approximately 5,045.00 km² (1,947.88 mi²). This is roughly 1.00% of Spain's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.

🗺 How can I view La Rioja on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of La Rioja is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 42.2871, -2.5396 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate La Rioja in Spain. For broader context, explore the Spain national map or nearby states.

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

Today in La Rioja, sunrise is at 07:40 AM and sunset is at 08:35 PM, giving a day length of 12h 55m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from La Rioja's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is La Rioja from the Equator?

La Rioja is approximately 4,707 km (2,925 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 209 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 La Rioja?

The antipodal point of La Rioja — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Castlepoint, New Zealand, roughly 186 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.

🚗 How far is La Rioja from Madrid, the capital of Spain?

Logroño, the capital of La Rioja, is approximately 251 km (156 mi) SW of Madrid, the national capital of Spain, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.