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Berbera Lighthouse

Oc white 4s🇸🇴Somaliland, SOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Berbera Lighthouse

This white tower, distinguished by black bands, reaches a height of 22 meters. Its light emits an occulting white characteristic. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 7 nautical miles. It was reported as temporarily extinguished in 2009. The structure is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc white 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
white
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc
Geographic Range
7NM

Location

City
Somaliland
Country
🇸🇴SO
Latitude
10.4205°
Longitude
44.9749°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower, black banded. Temporarily extinguished (2009)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7263
NGA No.
31044
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Berbera Lighthouse at night?+
Berbera displays the characteristic Oc white 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Berbera Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Berbera Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Berbera at 1.6 NM to the NE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Berbera Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Berbera 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 Berbera Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Berbera 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.