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Puerto Quetzal Radar Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇬🇹GTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Puerto Quetzal Radar Lighthouse

Puerto Quetzal Radar is a cylindrical steel tower standing 30 meters tall, painted with red and white horizontal bands. It is located within the harbor facilities of Puerto Quetzal, just 0.2 kilometers from the port. From its focal height of 29 meters, it emits a white flash every 4 seconds. The structure is a square cylindrical skeletal tower.

Why it matters: This navigational aid is critical for the safe entry and departure of commercial and fishing vessels at Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala's busiest Pacific port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Location

Country
🇬🇹Guatemala
Region
Escuintla
Sea Region
Located in the rear of the harbor facilities of Puerto Quetzal.
Latitude
13.9227°
Longitude
-90.7834°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Puerto Quetzal(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
G3386.9.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puerto Quetzal Radar Lighthouse at night?+
Puerto Quetzal Radar displays the characteristic Fl White 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Puerto Quetzal Radar Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puerto Quetzal Radar Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Puerto Quetzal at 0.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include San Jose (2.7 NM W), Río Bravo (42.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puerto Quetzal Radar Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puerto Quetzal Radar 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 Puerto Quetzal Radar Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Quetzal Radar 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.