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Punta Gobernadora Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇨🇺Cuba, CUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Gobernadora Lighthouse

Punta Gobernadora, a conical metal tower built in 1902, stands 32 meters tall. Its exterior is painted white with red bands. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 6 seconds. The focal height reaches 33 meters.

Why it matters: The lighthouse has a geographic range of 27 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
27NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1902

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4836
NGA No.
12512
Wikidata
Q60905047 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
metal

Structure: White conical metal tower, red banded; 105

Location

City
Cuba
Country
🇨🇺CU
Latitude
22.9944°
Longitude
-83.2159°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Gobernadora Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Gobernadora displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Gobernadora Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Gobernadora Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bahía Honda at 4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Cabañas (16.6 NM E), Mariel (25.1 NM E), Santa Clara (48.8 NM E), La Habana (49 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Gobernadora Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Gobernadora 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 Gobernadora Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Gobernadora 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.