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Ajoskrunni Range Rear Lighthouse

Oc Yellow 8s🇫🇮Kemi, FIOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ajoskrunni Range Rear Lighthouse

This red square skeletal tower, standing 21 meters tall, carries a large rectangular daymark. The daymark is colored red with a yellow vertical stripe, and the tower's structure matches this color scheme. Its focal height reaches 24 meters above sea level. The light emits a yellow signal, featuring an occulting pattern with a duration of 8 seconds. This aid to navigation has a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. It is located on the island of Ajoskrunni, southeast of the Ajos waterfront.

Why it matters: As the rear light in a range system, it provides a critical alignment point for vessels approaching the Ajos waterfront, aiding safe passage into the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Yellow 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc Y 8s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

City
Kemi
Country
🇫🇮Finland
Region
Lapland
Sea Region
Island of Ajoskrunni, southeast of the Ajos waterfront
Latitude
65.6301°
Longitude
24.5957°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red with a yellow vertical stripe

Structure: square skeletal tower carrying a large rectangular daymark colored red with a yellow vertical stripe

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Veitsiluoto(3.4 km)
Admiralty No.
C4095.1
NGA No.
18840
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ajoskrunni Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Ajoskrunni Range Rear displays the characteristic Oc Yellow 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ajoskrunni Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ajoskrunni Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MAKSNIEMI at 3.1 NM to the E. Other ports served include Ajos (3.2 NM NW), Veitsiluoto (3.3 NM NNE), Kemi/Tornio (Kemi/Torneå) (6.1 NM N), SIMONIEMI (7.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ajoskrunni Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ajoskrunni Range Rear 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 Ajoskrunni Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Ajoskrunni Range Rear Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ajoskrunni Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ajoskrunni Range Rear 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.