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Lyttelton Harbour Lighthouse

Occ G 6s🇳🇿South Island (Canterbury Region), NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lyttelton Harbour Lighthouse

The Lyttelton Harbour light is situated on the South Island within New Zealand's Canterbury Region. This navigational aid emits a green light with a quick flashing characteristic. Its focal plane stands 8 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 3 nautical miles. The light is operational and identified by NGA list number 5272 and Admiralty number K4300.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ G 6s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Q.G.
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
3NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
K4300
NGA No.
5272
Wikidata
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Location

City
South Island (Canterbury Region)
Country
🇳🇿NZ
Latitude
-43.6093°
Longitude
172.7177°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lyttelton Harbour Lighthouse at night?+
Lyttelton Harbour displays the characteristic Occ G 6s — 1 green flash every 6 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Lyttelton Harbour Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lyttelton Harbour Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Lyttelton at 0.1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Rolleston (14.6 NM W), Akaroa (15.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lyttelton Harbour Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lyttelton Harbour 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 Lyttelton Harbour Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lyttelton Harbour 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.