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Angoche Port Office Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 6s🇲🇿MZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Angoche Port Office Lighthouse

This light, located on the waterfront of Angoche, features a white, skeletal steel tower standing 8 meters tall and 11 meters above sea level. It emits a green light with two flashes every 6 seconds, visible for 10.7 nautical miles. The structure is situated atop the port office, approximately 1.3 kilometers from the nearest port facilities. Its construction material is steel, and it is operational. The light is managed under NGA list number 31700 and Admiralty number D6591.4.

Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe passage of all vessels entering and departing Angoche Port, guiding mariners through local waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Location

Country
🇲🇿Mozambique
Region
Nampula Province
Sea Region
Waterfront of Angoche
Latitude
-16.2324°
Longitude
39.9033°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: white masonry tower atop the port office

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Angoche(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
D6591.4
NGA No.
31700
ARLHS No.
MOZ-006
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Angoche Port Office Lighthouse at night?+
Angoche Port Office displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 6s — 2 green flashes 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. The green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Angoche Port Office Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Angoche Port Office Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Angoche at 0.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Coropoa (22.1 NM SW), Moma (26 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Angoche Port Office Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Angoche Port Office 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 Angoche Port Office Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Angoche Port Office 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.