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Arnøya Lighthouse

Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s🇳🇴Skjervøy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Arnøya Lighthouse

Also known as: Arnøya (Arnøy)

The Arnøya Lighthouse stands at the tip of Haugnes, a promontory on the south coast of Arnøy. This octagonal fiberglass tower, completed in 2025, stands 6 meters tall with its focal height at 7 meters. It is painted white with a red roof and features two black horizontal bands. The light emits two white, red, or green flashes every 8 seconds, depending on the bearing. This new structure replaced an earlier skeletal tower.

Why it matters: This light is essential for safe navigation around the Haugnes promontory, guiding vessels through potentially hazardous waters and providing critical visual cues for approaching mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Oc(2) WRG 8s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2025

Significant events: Replacement of earlier skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skjervoy(9.3 km)
Admiralty No.
L3724
NGA No.
13596

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red roof
Material
fiberglass

Structure: octagonal fiberglass tower colored white with two black horizontal bands and a red roof

Location

City
Skjervøy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Troms
Sea Region
Tip of Haugnes, a promontory on the south coast of Arnøy
Latitude
70.0347°
Longitude
20.5409°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Arnøya Lighthouse at night?+
Arnøya displays the characteristic Oc (2) White/Red/Green 8s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 8 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Arnøya Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Arnøya Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Arnøyhamn at 2.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Skjervøy (8.7 NM E), Nordlenangen (10.5 NM SW), Vannvag (11.4 NM WNW), Uløybukt (11.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Arnøya Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Arnøya 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 Arnøya Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Arnøya 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.