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Ra's Raysūt Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇴🇲OMOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra's Raysūt Lighthouse

Also known as: Ra's Raysūt (Ṣalālah)

Ra's Raysūt Lighthouse is a square masonry tower with a lantern and gallery, painted white. Completed in 2009, the structure stands 12 meters tall, with its light positioned at a focal height of 49 meters. It emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 18.5 nautical miles. This lighthouse is located 0.7 kilometers from Mina Raysut, Oman's nearest port. Its construction marked a modern upgrade to navigational aids in the Dhofar Governorate.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels navigating near Ṣalālah about the headland of Ra's Raysūt. Its modern construction supports contemporary shipping routes in the Arabian Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
49m
Geographic Range
18.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2009

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mina Raysut(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
D7314.55
NGA No.
30913.9

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square masonry tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

Location

Country
🇴🇲OM
Latitude
16.9297°
Longitude
54.0052°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra's Raysūt Lighthouse at night?+
Ra's Raysūt 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 Raysūt Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra's Raysūt Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Salalah at 1.4 NM to the N. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra's Raysūt Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra's Raysūt 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 Raysūt Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra's Raysūt 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.