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Champotón Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇲🇽Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Champotón Lighthouse

This white concrete tower stands 72 meters tall on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. Its quadrangular design is topped by a light with a focal height of 25 meters. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 6 seconds. This characteristic provides a geographic range of 12 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
25m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
19.3579°
Longitude
-90.7239°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
72m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White quadrangular concrete tower; 72

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4388
NGA No.
15548
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Champotón Lighthouse at night?+
Champotón displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Champotón Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Champotón Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Seybaplaya at 17.6 NM to the N. Other ports served include Sabancuy (34.7 NM SW), Tenabó (50 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Champotón Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Champotón 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 Champotón Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Champotón 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.