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São Miguel Lighthouse

Fl W 3s🇧🇷Northeastern Brazil, BROperational

Location & Light Range

About São Miguel Lighthouse

The São Miguel Lighthouse is a square concrete tower painted white, featuring a red four-sided concrete base. It stands 15 meters high, with the light positioned at the same elevation. The lighthouse emits a white flashing light, visible for 13 nautical miles. This structure is part of Brazil's navigational aids in the northeastern region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
13NM

Location

City
Northeastern Brazil
Country
🇧🇷BR
Latitude
-9.8668°
Longitude
-35.9064°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White truncated concrete tower, red four-sided concrete base; 43

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
G0224
NGA No.
17992
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify São Miguel Lighthouse at night?+
São Miguel displays the characteristic Fl W 3s — 1 white flash every 3 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 São Miguel Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
São Miguel Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Maceió at 14.6 NM to the NE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is São Miguel Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, São Miguel 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 Miguel Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near São Miguel 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.