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Río Lagartos Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇲🇽Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Río Lagartos Lighthouse

The Río Lagartos Lighthouse is a white, square concrete tower that reaches a height of 66 meters. Its focal plane sits 21 meters above the water's surface. The lighthouse emits two white flashes in a 10-second cycle. Vessels can expect a geographic range of 16 nautical miles from this structure. This station is located on Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
21.5992°
Longitude
-88.1590°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
66m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White square concrete tower; 66

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4421
NGA No.
15644
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Río Lagartos Lighthouse at night?+
Río Lagartos displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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 Río Lagartos Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Río Lagartos Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Dzilam de bravo at 42.1 NM to the WSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Río Lagartos Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Río Lagartos 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 Río Lagartos Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Río Lagartos 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.