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Tecolutla Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇲🇽Gulf Coast, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tecolutla Lighthouse

Tecolutla Lighthouse is a 23-meter-tall white concrete tower with a truncated conical shape. It displays two white flashes every 10 seconds. The lighthouse has a nominal geographic range of 20 nautical miles. In 2020, its range was temporarily noted as 10 nautical miles.

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
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Gulf Coast
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
20.4764°
Longitude
-97.0043°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White truncated conical concrete tower; 74. Range temporarily 10M (2020)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4260
NGA No.
15336
Wikidata
Q28375438 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tecolutla Lighthouse at night?+
Tecolutla 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 Tecolutla Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tecolutla Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Tecolotlan at 0.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Nautla (19.9 NM SE), Tuxpan (36.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tecolutla Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tecolutla 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 Tecolutla Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tecolutla 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.