Where is San Rafael?
San Rafael is a city in California, United States. Its population is about 59,162 inhabitants. It is located near San Jose (90 km) and San Francisco (24 km).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is San Rafael located?
San Rafael is a city in California, United States, located at 37.9735°N, 122.5311°W.
Which country is San Rafael in?
San Rafael is in United States.
What is the population of San Rafael?
The population of San Rafael is approximately 59,162 inhabitants.
What region is San Rafael in?
San Rafael is located in the California region of United States.
How far is San Rafael from Washington?
San Rafael is approximately 3922 km from Washington, the capital of United States.
What time zone is San Rafael in?
San Rafael is in the America/Los_Angeles time zone.
What are the coordinates of San Rafael?
The geographic coordinates of San Rafael are 37.9735°N, 122.5311°W.
What cities are near San Rafael?
Cities near San Rafael include: San Jose, San Francisco, Sacramento, Oakland.
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