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Kjønskjær Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 6s🇳🇴Meløy, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kjønskjær Lighthouse

Kjønskjær lighthouse is a skeletal tower situated on a skerry west of Meløya island. Standing 9 meters tall, its focal height reaches 7 meters above sea level. The structure supports a lantern and gallery on tripod piles, painted white with a red roof. Its light cycles through white, red, and green. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. It is located in the Nordland region of Norway.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for safe navigation through the passage around the west end of Meløya, a route critical for local shipping and fishing vessels. Its directional light warns mariners of the precise contours and hazards of this waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 6s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Meløy
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Nordland
Sea Region
A skerry in the passage around the west end of Meløya
Latitude
66.8372°
Longitude
13.2695°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white with a red roof

Structure: lantern and gallery mounted on tripod piles

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Meloy(10.4 km)
Admiralty No.
L2444
NGA No.
10500
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kjønskjær Lighthouse at night?+
Kjønskjær displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 6s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kjønskjær Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kjønskjær Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vågaholmen at 7.2 NM to the S. Other ports served include Halsa Meløy (7.9 NM SE), Forøy (8.3 NM SE), Ågskardet (8.8 NM SE), Ørnes (10.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kjønskjær Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kjønskjær 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 Kjønskjær Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kjønskjær 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.