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Ashkelon Harbour Lighthouse

Fl W🇮🇱ILOperational

Ashkelon Harbour lighthouse is an operational aid to navigation. Its light emits a white signal. The structure is located at coordinates 34.51819 longitude and 31.64779 latitude.

Characteristic Signature
Fl W
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do mariners identify Ashkelon Harbour Lighthouse at night?+
Ashkelon Harbour displays the characteristic Fl W. 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 Ashkelon Harbour Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ashkelon Harbour Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ashkelon at 0.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Julis (7.1 NM ENE), Ashdod Southport (12.2 NM NNE), Ashdod (12.7 NM NNE), Karmei Yosef (23.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ashkelon Harbour Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ashkelon Harbour 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 Ashkelon Harbour Lighthouse?+
Ashkelon Harbour Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ashkelon Harbour Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ashkelon Harbour 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.