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Harqūs West Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇸🇦SAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Harqūs West Lighthouse

This skeletal tower, painted yellow, stands 12 meters high and emits a white light every 20 seconds. It is situated on the western extremity of the Harqūs sandbank, a submerged hazard approximately 50 kilometers west-northwest of Al-Arabiyah. The lighthouse's focal plane reaches 15 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. The nearest port is Ras Al Zour, located 33.5 kilometers away. Access to the site is restricted.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the western tip of the Harqūs sandbank, a hazard that can be submerged during storms.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇸🇦SA
Sea Region
Harqūs, a sandbank about 50 km west northwest of Al-Arabiyah, in Saudi Arabia. It marks the western tip of the sandbank.
Latitude
27.9349°
Longitude
49.6849°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
yellow

Structure: skeletal tower, painted yellow

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ras Al Zour(33.5 km)
Admiralty No.
D7456
NGA No.
29372
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Harqūs West Lighthouse at night?+
Harqūs West displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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 Harqūs West Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Harqūs West Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Ras Al-Khair at 35 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Tanajib (42.9 NM W), SAFANIYA (47.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Harqūs West Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Harqūs West 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 Harqūs West Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Harqūs West 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.