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Porto Amboim Lighthouse

Occ W 6s🇦🇴Angola, AOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Porto Amboim Lighthouse

The Porto Amboim Lighthouse began operation in 1930. Its tower measures 12 meters in height, with the light positioned 110 meters above sea level. The characteristic of the light is two white flashes every 6 seconds. This aid provides a geographic range of 9 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 6s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc.(2)W. period 6s
Focal Height
110m
Geographic Range
9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1930

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D5224
NGA No.
25624
Wikidata
Q106587655 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m

Location

City
Angola
Country
🇦🇴AO
Latitude
-10.7567°
Longitude
13.7201°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Porto Amboim Lighthouse at night?+
Porto Amboim displays the characteristic Occ W 6s — 1 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Porto Amboim Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Porto Amboim Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Porto Amboim at 2.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Sumbe (27.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Porto Amboim Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Porto Amboim 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 Porto Amboim Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Porto Amboim 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.