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Lahāţa Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇪🇬EGOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lahāţa Lighthouse

This cylindrical tower stands 39 meters tall, with its light positioned at a focal height of 47 meters. It emits a white flash every 15 seconds, visible for 18.2 nautical miles. The structure is a square, cylindrical skeletal tower topped with a lantern and gallery. A rectangular white daymark is also part of its design. The lighthouse is located on a headland on the east side of the Gulf, about 35 kilometers southeast of Suez city and directly opposite 'Ayn Sukhnah.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of the headland it occupies, delineating a key navigational point opposite 'Ayn Sukhnah and contributing to the safety of shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
47m
Light Range
18NM (33.3 km)
Geographic Range
18.2NM

Location

Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Region
South Sinai
Sea Region
a headland on the east side of the Gulf, directly opposite 'Ayn Sukhnah, approximately 35 km southeast of Suez city.
Latitude
29.6735°
Longitude
32.6867°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower with lantern, gallery, and a rectangular white daymark

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ras Sudr(5.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D7297.31
NGA No.
30252
ARLHS No.
EGY-040
Wikidata
Q115161287 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Lahāţa Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 47 meters and a nominal range of 18 nautical miles (approximately 33.3 km), Lahāţa is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Lahāţa Lighthouse at night?+
Lahāţa displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lahāţa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lahāţa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ras Sudr at 5.9 NM to the S. Other ports served include Al Adabiyah (16.8 NM NW), Sokhna Port (17.1 NM W), Ain Sukhna (17.3 NM WSW), Marsa Oriental Petrochemicals (17.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lahāţa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lahāţa 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.
What shipping routes pass near Lahāţa Lighthouse?+
Lahāţa Lighthouse is located within the Suez Canal approach — the critical route linking the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea and Indian Ocean. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Lahāţa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lahāţa 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.