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Isla De Roatán Lighthouse

Fl W 8s🇭🇳Honduras, HNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Isla De Roatán Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a white concrete tower with red bands. It stands 14 meters tall and emits a single white flash every 9 seconds. The structure has a round shape. Its light can be seen for a geographic range of 19 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 9s
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Honduras
Country
🇭🇳HN
Latitude
16.3000°
Longitude
-86.5833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower, red banded

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J6007
NGA No.
16460
Wikidata
Q60287228 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Isla De Roatán Lighthouse at night?+
Isla De Roatán displays the characteristic Fl W 8s — 1 white flash every 8 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 Isla De Roatán Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Isla De Roatán Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Roatán at 2.3 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Mahogany Bay (5.2 NM ENE), UTILA (22 NM SW), La Ceiba (32.1 NM SSW), Puerto Castilla (39.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Isla De Roatán Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Isla De Roatán 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 Isla De Roatán Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Isla De Roatán 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.