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Puerto San José Lighthouse

Oc White 20s🇬🇹GTOperational

Location & Light Range

About Puerto San José Lighthouse

This light on Guatemala's Pacific coast was first established in 1890. Initially, its illumination originated from the cupola of the Government House. The current structure features a red water tank, possibly round or square, positioned on top of a warehouse. It emits a white occulting light every 20 seconds from a focal height of 28 meters, visible for 14.9 nautical miles. The concrete tower contributes to its distinctive appearance in Puerto San José.

Why it matters: The light's display from a water tank atop a warehouse offers an unusual but effective solution for coastal navigation, guiding vessels in the waters near Puerto San José.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 20s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Oc W 20s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1890

Significant events: Original light displayed from Government House cupola

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
San Jose(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
G3390
NGA No.
15356
ARLHS No.
GUL-002

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: A red water tank, possibly round or square, sits atop a warehouse.

Location

Country
🇬🇹Guatemala
Region
Escuintla
Sea Region
Located just off the waterfront in Puerto San José, Guatemala, on the Pacific coast, about 3 km west of Puerto Quetzal.
Latitude
13.9193°
Longitude
-90.8176°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Puerto San José Lighthouse at night?+
Puerto San José displays the characteristic Oc White 20s. 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 San José Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Puerto San José Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is San Jose at 0.7 NM to the W. Other ports served include Puerto Quetzal (1.6 NM E), Río Bravo (40.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Puerto San José Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Puerto San José 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 San José Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Puerto San José 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.