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Punta Filomena Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇵🇪Samanco, PEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Punta Filomena Lighthouse

This cylindrical fiberglass tower, standing 10 meters tall, is painted with black and white horizontal bands. It emits a single white flash every 8 seconds from a focal height of 191 meters. The lighthouse is situated on a steep promontory approximately 2.5 kilometers southwest of Samanco, Peru. Its geographic range is 33 nautical miles, and it is located nearest to the port of Samanco, 1.7 kilometers away. This structure has been operational since its construction.

Why it matters: The light marks a specific steep promontory southwest of Samanco, offering a visual reference point for maritime traffic navigating this section of the Peruvian coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
191m
Geographic Range
33NM

Location

City
Samanco
Country
🇵🇪Peru
Region
Ancash
Sea Region
Located on a steep promontory about 2.5 km southwest of Samanco, Peru.
Latitude
-9.2728°
Longitude
-78.5215°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round fiberglass tower colored with black and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Samanco(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
G2082
NGA No.
0710
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Punta Filomena Lighthouse at night?+
Punta Filomena displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 Punta Filomena Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Punta Filomena Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is SAMANCO at 1.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Chimbote (9.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Punta Filomena Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Punta Filomena 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 Punta Filomena Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Punta Filomena 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.