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Herald, California, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Herald, United States

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
02:10:38 PDT
State: California
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 1,184
District: Sacramento County

🗺 Map of Herald, California, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Herald, a city in California, United States, 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 Herald β€” 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 Herald.

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 United States operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Herald, California

📍 LATITUDE
38.296°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
121.244°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)38.2958° N121.2444° W
Signed Decimal Degrees38.2958-121.2444
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)38° 17' 45" N121° 14' 40" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)38° 17.745' N121° 14.6634' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Herald Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:15 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:03 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 47m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:09 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Herald’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,263 km
(2,649 mi) • Herald is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
10,593 km
(6,582 mi) • Herald is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
38.296° S, 58.756° E
The point exactly opposite Herald through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Herald, you'd surface nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, about 1,531 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 Herald

📍 Location Details

CityHerald
StateCalifornia (State of California)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictSacramento County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population1,184
Area (km²)20.46 km²
Area (mi²)7.90 mi²
Pop. Density57.87 /km²
Elevation22 m / 72 ft
GPS (DD)38.2958, -121.2444

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Herald

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: California
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 1,184
🏆 State Rank: #1072 of 1246 most populous in California
🏠 Share of California Population: 0.003%
📏 Built-Up Area: 20.46 km²
👥 Population Density: 58 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Herald 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 California.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
GaltCaliforniaSW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
ClayCaliforniaNE9 km5 mi~9m🗺 View
ColliervilleCaliforniaS9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
WiltonCaliforniaN13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
DogtownCaliforniaSE16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
WoodbridgeCaliforniaS17 km10 mi~17m🗺 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 Herald to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sacramento
39 km (24 mi)
NW of Herald • ~39m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
2,730 km (1,696 mi)
E of Herald • ~45h 30m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in California

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Los Angeles34.0522° N-118.2437° W89 m582 km🗺 View Map
San Diego32.7157° N-117.1647° W20 m760 km🗺 View Map
San Jose37.3394° N-121.895° W26 m143 km🗺 View Map
San Francisco37.7749° N-122.4194° W16 m121 km🗺 View Map
Fresno36.7477° N-119.7724° W94 m254 km🗺 View Map
Sacramento38.5816° N-121.4944° W9 m0 km🗺 View Map
Long Beach33.767° N-118.1892° W9 m612 km🗺 View Map
Oakland37.8044° N-122.2708° W13 m110 km🗺 View Map
Bakersfield35.3733° N-119.0187° W123 m419 km🗺 View Map
Anaheim33.8353° N-117.9145° W48 m618 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Stockton Metropolitan Airport
IATA: SCK
45 km (28 mi) from Herald
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🌍 Herald Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Herald Matter

The exact GPS location of Herald gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside California. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare California state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Herald

The satellite view of Herald 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 United States map

🌎 Regional Position of Herald in California

Herald sits within California, United States, 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 Herald Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Herald 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 California. › Browse every city in California

💻 Using Herald Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Herald 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 United States. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Herald Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Herald Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Herald?

The GPS coordinates of Herald are latitude 38.2958° and longitude -121.2444°. In directional format: 38.2958° N, 121.2444° W. These coordinates mark the center of Herald in California and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Herald located?

Herald is a city in California, United States, on the continent of North America. It falls within Sacramento County. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Herald?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Herald sits at: Latitude 38° 17' 45" N and Longitude 121° 14' 40" 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 Herald?

Herald has a population of approximately 1,184 people. This is roughly 0.003% of California's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in California.

🗺 How can I view Herald on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Herald is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 38.2958, -121.2444 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Herald in California. For broader context, explore the California state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Herald?

The nearest airport to Herald is Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK), roughly 45 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Herald from Sacramento?

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

⛰️ What is the elevation of Herald?

Herald sits at an elevation of approximately 22 meters (72 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for California.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Herald?

The closest cities to Herald include Galt, Clay, Collierville. 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 Herald today?

Today in Herald, sunrise is at 06:15 AM and sunset is at 08:03 PM, giving a day length of 13h 47m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Herald's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Herald from the Equator?

Herald is approximately 4,263 km (2,649 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,593 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 Herald?

The antipodal point of Herald — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-aux-FranΓ§ais, French Southern Territories, roughly 1,531 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 Herald from Washington, the capital of United States?

Herald is approximately 2,730 km (1,696 mi) E of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.