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Nánjiǎowèi Lighthouse

Q White🇨🇳Zhanjiang City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nánjiǎowèi Lighthouse

Also known as: Nánjiǎowèi (South Cape Point)

Nánjiǎowèi Lighthouse is a red concrete tower standing 11 meters high, situated on the southern tip of Náozhōu island near Zhanjiang City. Its light is positioned 16 meters above the water and emits a quick white flash. This structure, operational since its construction, has a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse guides vessels navigating the waters off this extremity of the island.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for guiding local and fishing vessels around the southern extremity of Náozhōu, preventing groundings on unseen hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Q W
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Zhanjiang City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
southern tip of Náozhōu
Latitude
20.8720°
Longitude
110.5615°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower painted red

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhanjiang(13.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3359.3
NGA No.
20012.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nánjiǎowèi Lighthouse at night?+
Nánjiǎowèi displays the characteristic Q White. 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 Nánjiǎowèi Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nánjiǎowèi Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Naozhou at 2.9 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Zhanjiang Pt (13.1 NM NNW), ZHANJIANG (19.6 NM NNW), Taiping (24.2 NM WNW), Liusha (27.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nánjiǎowèi Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nánjiǎowèi 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 Nánjiǎowèi Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nánjiǎowèi 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.