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Port Nolloth Lighthouse

Fl W 24s🇿🇦Western South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Nolloth Lighthouse

The Port Nolloth Lighthouse stands on the Diamond Coast of South Africa. This steel skeletal tower, built in 1909, features a distinctive black-and-white striped, inverted triangular daymark. Its light emits three white flashes followed by one white flash, repeating every 24 seconds. The light is positioned 17 meters above sea level. This aid provides a visible range of 19 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse has a geographic range of 19 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 24s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
24s
Raw Code
Fl.(3+1)W. period 24s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
19NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5660.1
NGA No.
25828
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Location

City
Western South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-29.2454°
Longitude
16.8677°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Nolloth Lighthouse at night?+
Port Nolloth displays the characteristic Fl W 24s — 1 white flash every 24 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.
Which ports and harbors does Port Nolloth Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Nolloth Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Port Nolloth at 0.9 NM to the S. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Nolloth Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Nolloth 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 Port Nolloth Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Nolloth 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.