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Abū Mūsá Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇮🇷IROperational

Location & Light Range

About Abū Mūsá Lighthouse

The Abū Mūsá lighthouse is a square skeletal tower standing 20 meters tall. It displays white light with a geographic range of 27.8 nautical miles. The light characteristic is a white flash every 8 seconds from a focal height of 130 meters. The tower is painted with red and white horizontal bands. It is located on Jabal Halwa, the island's highest point, and is situated 0.6 kilometers from the nearest port, Abu Musa.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a shipping lane in a politically sensitive area of the Persian Gulf between Iran and the UAE, warning vessels navigating the waters near the island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
130m
Geographic Range
27.8NM

Location

Country
🇮🇷IR
Latitude
25.8817°
Longitude
55.0152°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: square skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Abu Musa(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D7706
NGA No.
28744
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Abū Mūsá Lighthouse at night?+
Abū Mūsá displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Abū Mūsá Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Abū Mūsá Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is ABU MUSA at 0.8 NM to the S. Other ports served include Abu Musa (0.9 NM S), Mubarek Terminal (10.6 NM ESE), Sirri Island (24.9 NM W), Ahmed Bin Rashid Port (35.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Abū Mūsá Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Abū Mūsá 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.
What shipping routes pass near Abū Mūsá Lighthouse?+
Abū Mūsá Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Hormuz — the critical chokepoint for global oil transport from the Persian Gulf. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Abū Mūsá Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Abū Mūsá 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.