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St. Kitts National Museum Lighthouse

Q R 5s🇰🇳St. Kitts and Nevis, KNOperational

Location & Light Range

About St. Kitts National Museum Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 23 meters tall, emits an isophase white light on a 5-second cycle. The focal height of the light is 6 meters above sea level. It has a geographic range of 5 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q R 5s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Iso.W. period 5s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
5NM

Location

City
St. Kitts and Nevis
Country
🇰🇳KN
Latitude
17.2946°
Longitude
-62.7236°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: Cylindrical concrete tower; 23

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5673.21
NGA No.
14754
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify St. Kitts National Museum Lighthouse at night?+
St. Kitts National Museum displays the characteristic Q R 5s — 1 red 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. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does St. Kitts National Museum Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
St. Kitts National Museum Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Basseterre, Saint Kitts at 0.4 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Charlestown (11.2 NM SSE), Nevis (11.8 NM SE), Sint Eustatius (19.9 NM NW), St Eustatius (19.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is St. Kitts National Museum Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, St. Kitts National Museum 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 St. Kitts National Museum Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near St. Kitts National Museum 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.