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Ruvapori Lighthouse

Fl W 12s🇮🇳Southern Gujarat, Daman and Diu, INInactive

Location & Light Range

About Ruvapori Lighthouse

The Ruvapori lighthouse stands in Southern Gujarat, Daman and Diu. Its structure consists of a grey hut built on piles. With a focal height of 20 meters, the light exhibits a white flash every 12 seconds. This characteristic provides a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The Ruvapori light is currently non-operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 12s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Southern Gujarat, Daman and Diu
Country
🇮🇳IN
Latitude
21.7793°
Longitude
72.2326°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
grey

Structure: Grey hut on piles

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F0456
NGA No.
28156
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ruvapori Lighthouse at night?+
Ruvapori displays the characteristic Fl W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 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 Ruvapori Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ruvapori Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bhavnagar at 4.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Gogha (6.1 NM SSE), Ghogha (6.2 NM SSE), Dahej (15.8 NM ESE), Mithivirdi (18.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ruvapori Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Ruvapori Lighthouse is currently listed as inactive. It may have been decommissioned, replaced by a different navigation aid, or temporarily taken out of service. Mariners should check the latest Notices to Mariners for current status.
How can I track vessels near Ruvapori Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ruvapori 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.