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Ponta Onlugune Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 13.5s🇲🇿Mossuril, MZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ponta Onlugune Lighthouse

Also known as: Ponta Onlugune (Onlungune)

A square concrete skeletal tower stands 12 meters tall, its focal height reaching 14 meters. The structure is painted with black and white horizontal bands. This lighthouse is located on a remote headland approximately 32 kilometers south of Cabo Melamo, near Mossuril in Mozambique's Nampula Province. Its white light emits three flashes every 13.5 seconds, providing a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The nearest port, Nacala, is 14.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's distinctive flashing pattern and black and white bands serve as a key visual and navigational aid for vessels approaching the remote headland south of Cabo Melamo.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 13.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
13.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 13.5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Mossuril
Country
🇲🇿Mozambique
Region
Nampula Province
Sea Region
remote headland about 32 km south of Cabo Melamo
Latitude
-14.6792°
Longitude
40.8356°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete skeletal tower painted with black and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nacala(14.7 km)
Admiralty No.
D6610
NGA No.
31640
ARLHS No.
MOZ-005
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ponta Onlugune Lighthouse at night?+
Ponta Onlugune displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 13.5s — 3 white flashes every 13.5 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 Ponta Onlugune Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ponta Onlugune Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Nacala at 12.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Mocambique (22.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ponta Onlugune Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ponta Onlugune 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 Ponta Onlugune Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ponta Onlugune 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.