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Hume Tower Lighthouse

Occ R 15s🇦🇺Victoria, AUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hume Tower Lighthouse

Hume Tower is a white structure with black bands, topped by a lantern. The tower reaches a height of 101 meters, with the light situated at a focal height of 28 meters. It emits a fixed red light, visible for a geographic range of 18 nautical miles. The light characteristic is a fixed red light.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ R 15s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
F.W.R. period 2s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Victoria
Country
🇦🇺AU
Latitude
-38.2736°
Longitude
144.6590°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
101m
Tower Shape
lantern
Tower Color
white and black

Structure: White tower, black banded; 101

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K2199
NGA No.
7472
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hume Tower Lighthouse at night?+
Hume Tower displays the characteristic Occ R 15s — 1 red flash every 15 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hume Tower Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hume Tower Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sorrento at 5.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Drysdale (7.8 NM NW), Point Wilson (12.7 NM NNW), Point Henry Pier/Melbourne (13.6 NM NW), Corio Bay (14.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hume Tower Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hume Tower 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 Hume Tower Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hume Tower 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.