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Cape St. Lucia Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇿🇦Eastern South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cape St. Lucia Lighthouse

This white metal tower, distinguished by black bands and topped with a white dome, stands 26 meters tall. Its light emits two white flashes every 10 seconds. The focal height of the light is 113 meters above sea level. The structure is composed of metal.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 24 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
113m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Eastern South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-28.5152°
Longitude
32.3993°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
26m
Tower Color
white and black
Material
metal

Structure: White metal tower, black banded, white dome; 26

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6484
NGA No.
31940
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cape St. Lucia Lighthouse at night?+
Cape St. Lucia displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 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.
Which ports and harbors does Cape St. Lucia Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cape St. Lucia Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Richards Bay at 25 NM to the SW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cape St. Lucia Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cape St. Lucia 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 Cape St. Lucia Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cape St. Lucia 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.