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Punta Del Tigre Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇲🇽Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Del Tigre Lighthouse

This white concrete tower stands 66 meters tall on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula. Its light emits three white flashes every 12 seconds. The focal height of the light is 23 meters above sea level. The structure is painted white.

Why it matters: This light has a geographic range of 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 12s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
18.7846°
Longitude
-91.4954°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
66m
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower; 66

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4384.1
NGA No.
15540
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Del Tigre Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Del Tigre displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 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 Punta Del Tigre Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Del Tigre Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Sabancuy at 21.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Ciudad del Carmen (21.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Del Tigre Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Del Tigre 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 Punta Del Tigre Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Del Tigre 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.