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Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse

Fl W 1s🇬🇹Guatemala, GTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse

Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Guatemala, GT. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 40 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl W 1s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 1 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light displays a white signal, the most common color for major coastal lights.

Position: Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse is positioned at 15.9679°N, 88.6250°W, near Guatemala in GT.

Geographic context: Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse is situated on the Caribbean Sea. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Nearby lighthouses in GT: Other lighthouses in the region include Cabo Tres Puntas, Central America Lighthouses, Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Front, Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear, Puerto Barrios. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Lívingston

GTLIV

11.2 NMSW

PUNTA GORDA

BZPND

12.9 NMNW

Puerto Barrios

GTPBR

14.2 NMS

Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla

GTSTC

16.2 NMS

Barranco

BZBAR

17 NMW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 1s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
1s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
40m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Guatemala
Country
🇬🇹GT
Latitude
15.9679°
Longitude
-88.6250°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse at night?+
Cabo Tres Puntas displays the characteristic Fl W 1s — 1 white flash every 1 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area.
Which ports and harbors does Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lívingston at 11.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include PUNTA GORDA (12.9 NM NW), Puerto Barrios (14.2 NM S), Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla (16.2 NM S), Barranco (17 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cabo Tres Puntas Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.