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Cancún Lighthouse

Fl (3) W 12s🇲🇽Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cancún Lighthouse

This white, round concrete tower, marked with red bands, stands 39 meters tall. Its focal plane is 15 meters above sea level. The lighthouse displays three white flashes in a 12-second cycle. Additionally, it emits both red and green flashing lights. The geographic range of its primary light is 11 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 12s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
21.1380°
Longitude
-86.7407°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White round concrete tower, red banded; 39. Fl R and Fl G beacons

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4436.5
NGA No.
15696
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cancún Lighthouse at night?+
Cancún displays the characteristic Fl (3) W 12s — 3 white flashes every 12 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 Cancún Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cancún Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cancun at 7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Puerto Morelos (19.6 NM SSW), Playa del Carmen (36.3 NM SSW), Cozumel (38.8 NM SSW), Punta Venado (43 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cancún Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cancún 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 Cancún Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cancún 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.