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Ra's al Madrakah Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇴🇲OMOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra's al Madrakah Lighthouse

Ra's al Madrakah features a 10-meter tall, cylindrical fiberglass tower, marked with red and white horizontal bands. Built in 2014, it emits a white flash every 10 seconds from a focal height of 60 meters. The light has a geographic range of 20.1 nautical miles and is situated 42.6 kilometers from the port of Duqm.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigation aid for vessels approaching the Ra's al Madrakah cape on Oman's central Arabian Sea coastline, south of Duqm.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
60m
Geographic Range
20.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2014

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Duqm(42.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D7315.7.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
fiberglass

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

Location

Country
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Latitude
18.9997°
Longitude
57.8374°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra's al Madrakah Lighthouse at night?+
Ra's al Madrakah displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Ra's al Madrakah Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra's al Madrakah Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Duqm at 41.2 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra's al Madrakah Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra's al Madrakah 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 Ra's al Madrakah Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra's al Madrakah 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.