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San Juan Del Sur Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇳🇮Nicaragua, NIOperational

Location & Light Range

About San Juan Del Sur Lighthouse

Also known as: San Juan del Sur Lighthouse

This white cylindrical concrete tower stands 39 meters tall. Its light characteristic is a single white flash occurring every 6 seconds. The structure's focal height reaches 30.5 meters above sea level. It operates with a geographic range of 16 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
30.5m
Geographic Range
16NM

Location

City
Nicaragua
Country
🇳🇮NI
Latitude
11.2430°
Longitude
-85.8809°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical concrete tower; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G3350
NGA No.
15440
Wikidata
Q33411587 →
OpenStreetMap
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify San Juan Del Sur Lighthouse at night?+
San Juan Del Sur displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 San Juan Del Sur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
San Juan Del Sur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is San Juan del Sur at 0.7 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Golfo de Papagayo (38.6 NM SSE), GRANADA (41.3 NM N), Guardia (43.9 NM SSE), FLAMINGO (48.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is San Juan Del Sur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, San Juan Del Sur 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 San Juan Del Sur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near San Juan Del Sur 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.