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Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear Lighthouse

Iso Yellow 6s🇨🇺CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear Lighthouse

This steel, square skeletal tower stands 18 meters tall and is painted white. It features a slatted daymark in black with a long yellow upward-pointing arrow. The light emits a yellow flash on a 6-second cycle, with a focal height of 19 meters. This rear range light is situated in Havana harbor, marking an industrial area at its southeastern end. It operates in conjunction with a front light to form a range alignment. The geographic range of the light is 12.9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This range light is essential for guiding vessels safely into and out of Havana's inner harbor, specifically through the industrial area it delineates, preventing groundings and collisions in a busy port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Yellow 6s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Iso Y 6s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

Country
🇨🇺Cuba
Region
Havana
Sea Region
Havana harbor, marking an industrial area at its southeastern end
Latitude
23.1298°
Longitude
-82.3278°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white and with a slatted daymark painted black with a long yellow arrow pointed up
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower, painted white and with a slatted daymark painted black with a long yellow arrow pointed up

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La Habana(2.0 km)
Admiralty No.
J4859.1
NGA No.
12598
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear displays the characteristic Iso Yellow 6s. 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. The yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is La Habana at 0.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Santa Clara (1.1 NM WNW), Mariel (25.2 NM WSW), Cabañas (33.7 NM WSW), Matanzas (43.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear 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 Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Havana Inner Harbor Range No. 2 Rear 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.