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Jīzān Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl Red 2s🇸🇦SAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jīzān Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: Jazan

The Jīzān Harbor Range Rear light is a 15-meter tripod tower located 0.4 kilometers from Jizan port. It displays a red light, flashing once every 2 seconds. The structure is painted with horizontal red and white bands and carries a triangular, white slatted daymark pointing downward. This light stands approximately 300 meters east of its corresponding front light. The surrounding area is urban, situated near the Red Sea coast. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This range light, paired with its front counterpart, is essential for guiding vessels into Jīzān Harbor, ensuring safe navigation within the port's approaches.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl R 2s

Location

Country
🇸🇦SA
Latitude
16.8823°
Longitude
42.5396°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jizan(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D7299.741
NGA No.
30760

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m

Structure: tripod tower, painted wth red and white horizontal bands and carrying a triangular slatted daymark, point down

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jīzān Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Jīzān Harbor Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Jīzān Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jīzān Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Jizan at 2.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Jazan Economic City (25.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jīzān Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jīzān Harbor Range Rear 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 Jīzān Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jīzān Harbor Range Rear 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.