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Xicalango Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇲🇽Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, MXOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xicalango Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a truncated conical masonry tower painted white with red bands. The structure rises 28 meters, with its light positioned at a focal height of 32 meters above the water. It emits a single white flash every 5 seconds. The light has a recorded geographic range of 20 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 5s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula
Country
🇲🇽MX
Latitude
18.6279°
Longitude
-91.8998°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
conical
Tower Color
white and red
Material
masonry

Structure: White truncated conical masonry tower, red banded; 92. Temporarily Extinguished

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4372.1
NGA No.
15516
Wikidata
Q117824100 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xicalango Lighthouse at night?+
Xicalango 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 Xicalango Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xicalango Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Ciudad del Carmen at 3.8 NM to the E. Other ports served include Frontera (42.1 NM W), Sabancuy (45.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xicalango Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xicalango 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 Xicalango Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xicalango 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.