Current Date And Time In Rivera Department, Uruguay
Monday, 10 August 2026
11:33:04 UYT
Capital: Rivera
Currency: Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (UYT)
Area: 9,329.47 km²
State Code: RV
Explore the interactive satellite map of Rivera Department, a state or administrative region of Uruguay, 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 Rivera Department — 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 Rivera Department in Uruguay.
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 Uruguay operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 31.4817° S | 55.2436° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -31.4817 | -55.2436 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 31° 28' 54" S | 55° 14' 37" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 31° 28.9045' S | 55° 14.6146' W |
| State / Region | Rivera Department |
| Country | Uruguay |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Rivera |
| State Code | RV |
| Time Zone | -03:00 |
| Area (km²) | 9,329.47 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 3,602.13 mi² |
| Elevation | 151 m / 494 ft |
| Area Rank | #11 in Uruguay |
| GPS (DD) | -31.4817, -55.2436 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Rivera Department 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 Uruguay.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tacuarembó Department | Uruguay | SW | 86 km | 53 mi | ~1h 4m | 🗺 View |
| Cerro Largo | Uruguay | SE | 136 km | 84 mi | ~1h 42m | 🗺 View |
| Artigas | Uruguay | NW | 167 km | 104 mi | ~2h 6m | 🗺 View |
| Salto Department | Uruguay | W | 169 km | 105 mi | ~2h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Durazno Department | Uruguay | SW | 187 km | 116 mi | ~2h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Treinta y Tres Department | Uruguay | SE | 198 km | 123 mi | ~2h 29m | 🗺 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 Rivera Department, along with each city's aerial distance from Rivera, Rivera Department'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rivera | -30.9053° S | -55.5508° W | 194 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tranqueras | -31.2° S | -55.75° W | 187 m | 38 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Minas de Corrales | -31.5738° S | -55.4708° W | 166 m | 75 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Vichadero | -31.7779° S | -54.6918° W | 241 m | 127 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Rivera Department is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Uruguay. 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 Rivera Department on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Uruguay.
The satellite view of Rivera Department 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 Uruguay national map
Rivera Department occupies a distinct geographic zone within Uruguay in the South 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 Rivera Department 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 Uruguay. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Rivera Department 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 Uruguay. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Rivera Department are latitude -31.4817° and longitude -55.2436°. In directional format: 31.4817° S, 55.2436° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Rivera Department in Uruguay and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Rivera Department is a state or administrative region of Uruguay, located in South America. Its capital city is Rivera. View the exact position of Rivera Department on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Rivera Department is at: Latitude 31° 28' 54" S and Longitude 55° 14' 37" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Rivera Department covers a total area of approximately 9,329.47 km² (3,602.13 mi²). This is roughly 5.29% of Uruguay's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Rivera Department is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -31.4817, -55.2436 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Rivera Department in Uruguay. For broader context, explore the Uruguay national map or nearby states.
Today in Rivera Department, sunrise is at 07:19 AM and sunset is at 06:12 PM, giving a day length of 10h 53m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Rivera Department's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Rivera Department is approximately 3,505 km (2,178 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 5,245 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Rivera Department — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Shengshan, China, roughly 204 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.
