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Wageningen, Nickerie District, Suriname – Suriname Flag

Current Date And Time In Wageningen, Suriname

Monday, 07 September 2026
07:01:09 SRT
Currency: Surinamese Dollar (SRD)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (SRT)
Population: 2,937

🗺 Map of Wageningen, Nickerie District, Suriname – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Wageningen, a city in Nickerie District, Suriname, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Wageningen — 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 Wageningen.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Wageningen, Nickerie District

📍 LATITUDE
5.76°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
56.665°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)5.7601° N56.6652° W
Signed Decimal Degrees5.7601-56.6652
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)5° 45' 36" N56° 39' 55" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)5° 45.606' N56° 39.9138' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Wageningen Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:37 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:51 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 13m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:44 PM
Calculated for today (07 Sep 2026) from Wageningen’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
641 km
(398 mi) • Wageningen is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
6,276 km
(3,900 mi) • Wageningen is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
5.76° S, 123.335° E
The point exactly opposite Wageningen through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Wageningen, you'd surface nearest to Wanci, Indonesia, about 53 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 Wageningen

📍 Location Details

CityWageningen
StateNickerie District (Nickerie)
CountrySuriname
ContinentSouth America
Time Zone-03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population2,937
Area (km²)1,613.00 km²
Area (mi²)622.78 mi²
Pop. Density1.82 /km²
Elevation15 m / 49 ft
GPS (DD)5.7601, -56.6652

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Wageningen

Nearby Cities Found: 4 cities
Parent State: Nickerie District
Parent Country: Suriname

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 2,937
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 5 most populous in Nickerie District
🏠 Share of Nickerie District Population: 8.138%
📏 Built-Up Area: 1,613.00 km²
👥 Population Density: 2 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Wageningen 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 Nickerie District.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ParadijsNickerie DistrictNW31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
GlasgowNickerie DistrictNW33 km20 mi~33m🗺 View
Nieuw NickerieNickerie DistrictNW39 km24 mi~39m🗺 View
Van PettenpolderNickerie DistrictNW41 km25 mi~41m🗺 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 Wageningen to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Nieuw Nickerie
39 km (24 mi)
NW of Wageningen • ~39m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Paramaribo
166 km (103 mi)
E of Wageningen • ~2h 46m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Nickerie District

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Nieuw Nickerie5.9261° N-56.973° W2 m0 km🗺 View Map
Paradijs5.8978° N-56.9038° W3 m8 km🗺 View Map
Van Pettenpolder5.9283° N-56.993° W1 m2 km🗺 View Map
Glasgow5.9167° N-56.9167° W3 m6 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport
IATA: PBM
167 km (104 mi) from Wageningen
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🌍 Wageningen Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Wageningen Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Wageningen

The satellite view of Wageningen 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 Suriname map

🌎 Regional Position of Wageningen in Nickerie District

Wageningen sits within Nickerie District, Suriname, in the South 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 Wageningen Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Wageningen 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 Nickerie District. › Browse every city in Nickerie District

💻 Using Wageningen Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Wageningen 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 Suriname. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Wageningen Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Wageningen Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Wageningen?

The GPS coordinates of Wageningen are latitude 5.7601° and longitude -56.6652°. In directional format: 5.7601° N, 56.6652° W. These coordinates mark the center of Wageningen in Nickerie District and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Wageningen located?

Wageningen is a city in Nickerie District, Suriname, on the continent of South America. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Wageningen?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Wageningen sits at: Latitude 5° 45' 36" N and Longitude 56° 39' 55" 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 Wageningen?

Wageningen has a population of approximately 2,937 people. This is roughly 8.138% of Nickerie District's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Nickerie District.

🗺 How can I view Wageningen on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Wageningen is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.7601, -56.6652 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Wageningen in Nickerie District. For broader context, explore the Nickerie District state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Wageningen?

The nearest airport to Wageningen is Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM), roughly 167 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Wageningen from Nieuw Nickerie?

Wageningen is approximately 39 km (24 mi) from Nieuw Nickerie, the capital of Nickerie District, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Nickerie District.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Wageningen?

Wageningen sits at an elevation of approximately 15 meters (49 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Nickerie District.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Wageningen?

The closest cities to Wageningen include Paradijs, Glasgow, Nieuw Nickerie. 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 Wageningen today?

Today in Wageningen, sunrise is at 06:37 AM and sunset is at 06:51 PM, giving a day length of 12h 13m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Wageningen's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Wageningen from the Equator?

Wageningen is approximately 641 km (398 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,276 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 Wageningen?

The antipodal point of Wageningen — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Wanci, Indonesia, roughly 53 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 Wageningen from Paramaribo, the capital of Suriname?

Wageningen is approximately 166 km (103 mi) E of Paramaribo, the national capital of Suriname, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.