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Hambantota West Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl White 2s🇱🇰LKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hambantota West Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse, built in 2012, stands 9 meters tall with a focal height of 10 meters. It features a distinctive round barbell shape, painted with horizontal red and white bands. The light emits a single white flash every 2 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. Located 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port of Hambantota, it marks the western entrance to the port. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels into Hambantota Port, a deep-water facility situated on a major shipping lane, helping to prevent groundings at the port entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl W 2s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2012

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: round barbell-shaped tower colored with red and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇱🇰LK
Latitude
6.1129°
Longitude
81.1041°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hambantota(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F0838.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hambantota West Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Hambantota West Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl White 2s. 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 Hambantota West Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hambantota West Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Hambantota at 0.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Mawella (23.5 NM WSW), Koggala (46.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hambantota West Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hambantota West Breakwater 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 Hambantota West Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hambantota West Breakwater 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.