Current Date And Time In Virginia, United States
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
12:24:25 PDT
Capital: Richmond
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Area: 110,862.00 km²
State Code: VA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Virginia, a state or administrative region of 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 Virginia — 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 Virginia in United States.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 37.4316° N | 78.6569° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 37.4316 | -78.6569 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 37° 25' 54" N | 78° 39' 25" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 37° 25.8944' N | 78° 39.4137' W |
| State / Region | Virginia (Commonwealth of Virginia) |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Richmond |
| State Code | VA |
| Time Zone | -10:00 to -05:00 |
| Area (km²) | 110,862.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 42,804.04 mi² |
| Elevation | 214 m / 701 ft |
| Area Rank | #35 in United States |
| GPS (DD) | 37.4316, -78.6569 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Virginia 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 United States.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | United States | S | 189 km | 117 mi | ~2h 22m | 🗺 View |
| West Virginia | United States | NW | 204 km | 127 mi | ~2h 33m | 🗺 View |
| District of Columbia | United States | NE | 217 km | 135 mi | ~2h 43m | 🗺 View |
| Maryland | United States | NE | 251 km | 156 mi | ~3h 9m | 🗺 View |
| Delaware | United States | NE | 319 km | 198 mi | ~3h 59m | 🗺 View |
| Pennsylvania | United States | N | 438 km | 272 mi | ~5h 28m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Virginia, along with each city's aerial distance from Richmond, Virginia's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 36.8529° N | -75.978° W | 3 m | 153 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Norfolk | 36.8468° N | -76.2852° W | 2 m | 130 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chesapeake | 36.819° N | -76.2749° W | 3 m | 133 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Richmond | 37.5538° N | -77.4603° W | 64 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Arlington | 38.881° N | -77.1043° W | 71 m | 151 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Newport News | 36.9804° N | -76.4298° W | 6 m | 111 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Alexandria | 38.8048° N | -77.0469° W | 12 m | 144 km | 🗺 View Map |
| East Hampton | 37.0374° N | -76.3316° W | 1 m | 115 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hampton | 37.0299° N | -76.3452° W | 1 m | 115 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Roanoke | 37.271° N | -79.9414° W | 285 m | 221 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Virginia is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across United States. 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 Virginia on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in United States.
The satellite view of Virginia 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 United States national map
Virginia occupies a distinct geographic zone within United States in the North America 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 Virginia 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 United States. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Virginia 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 United States. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Virginia are latitude 37.4316° and longitude -78.6569°. In directional format: 37.4316° N, 78.6569° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Virginia in United States and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Virginia is a state or administrative region of United States, located in North America. Its capital city is Richmond. View the exact position of Virginia on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Virginia is at: Latitude 37° 25' 54" N and Longitude 78° 39' 25" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Virginia covers a total area of approximately 110,862.00 km² (42,804.04 mi²). This is roughly 1.15% of United States's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Virginia is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 37.4316, -78.6569 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Virginia in United States. For broader context, explore the United States national map or nearby states.
Today in Virginia, sunrise is at 03:27 AM and sunset is at 05:12 PM, giving a day length of 13h 45m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Virginia's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Virginia is approximately 4,167 km (2,589 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,953 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Virginia — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Gnarabup, Australia, roughly 1,289 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.
Richmond, the capital of Virginia, is approximately 143 km (89 mi) NW of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
