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Santo Alberto Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 15s🇧🇷Northeastern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About Santo Alberto Lighthouse

The Santo Alberto lighthouse in Northeastern Brazil stands 32 meters tall. Its white tower houses a light with a focal height of 42 meters. The operational light emits a white flash, visible for a geographic range of 20 nautical miles. It is listed under NGA list number 17832 and Admiralty number G0162.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Northeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-5.0520°
Longitude
-36.0379°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Color
white

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0162
NGA No.
17832
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Santo Alberto Lighthouse at night?+
Santo Alberto displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 15s — 2 white flashes every 15 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 Santo Alberto Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Santo Alberto Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Galinhos at 13.8 NM to the W. Other ports served include Guamaré (17.1 NM W), Macau (35.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Santo Alberto Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Santo Alberto 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 Santo Alberto Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Santo Alberto 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.