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São João Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇧🇷Northern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About São João Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse features a cylindrical white tower with black bands. It reaches a height of 98 meters, with its light positioned 38 meters above sea level. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. Its operational status confirms its active role in maritime navigation. The tower's design includes a specific light obscuration pattern, blocking the view between 311° and 360°.

Why it matters: The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 20 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 10s
Focal Height
38m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Northern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-1.2789°
Longitude
-44.9007°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
98m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and black
Material
concrete

Structure: White cylindrical concrete tower, black banded; 98. Obscured 311°-360°

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0072
NGA No.
17672
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify São João Lighthouse at night?+
São João displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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.
Is São João Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, São João 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 São João Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near São João 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.