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Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl 4s🇬🇹Puerto Barrios, GTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear Lighthouse

Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Puerto Barrios, GT. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 24 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl 4s. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast.

Position: Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear Lighthouse is positioned at 15.6907°N, 88.6209°W, near Puerto Barrios in GT.

Geographic context: Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear 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, Cabo Tres Puntas, Central America Lighthouses, Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Front, Puerto Barrios. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla

GTSTC

0.5 NMNNE

Puerto Barrios

GTPBR

2.6 NMNNE

Lívingston

GTLIV

10.5 NMNW

Barranco

BZBAR

25.2 NMNW

PUNTA GORDA

BZPND

26.7 NMNNW

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
—
Flash Count
0 flashes
Interval
4s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
24m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Puerto Barrios
Country
🇬🇹GT
Latitude
15.6907°
Longitude
-88.6209°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl 4s. 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 Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla at 0.5 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Puerto Barrios (2.6 NM NNE), Lívingston (10.5 NM NW), Barranco (25.2 NM NW), PUNTA GORDA (26.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range 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 Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Matias de Galvez (Puerto Santo Tomás de Castilla) Range 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.