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Songkhla Range Rear Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇹🇭THOperational

Location & Light Range

About Songkhla Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: #Songkhla Range Rear

This concrete cylindrical tower stands 11 meters tall and reaches a focal height of 21 meters. Painted white, it rests on a large boulder. The light emits a single white flash every 12 seconds, visible for a geographic range of 13.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest port is Songkhla, located 1.6 kilometers away. This structure is identified by NGA list number 20888 and Admiralty number F2905.1.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is critical for guiding ships through the challenging entrance to Songkhla Lake, a key waterway for local commerce and fishing. It specifically warns against the shoals and shifting sands that characterize the channel, ensuring safe passage for vessels entering and exiting the port of Songkhla.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

Country
🇹🇭TH
Latitude
7.2105°
Longitude
100.5892°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Songkhla(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F2905.1
NGA No.
20888
ARLHS No.
THA-068

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and standing on a large boulder
Material
concrete

Structure: round barbell-shaped metal tower, painted white and standing on a large boulder

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Songkhla Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Songkhla Range Rear displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Songkhla Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Songkhla Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is SONGKHLA at 1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Songkhla (1.9 NM NW), Pattani (43 NM ESE), Pattani (43.5 NM ESE), Ban Prakop Customs House (45.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Songkhla Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Songkhla Range Rear 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.
What shipping routes pass near Songkhla Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Songkhla Range Rear Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Songkhla Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Songkhla Range Rear 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.