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Tak Bai Lighthouse

Occ WRG 5s🇹🇭Thailand, THOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tak Bai Lighthouse

Tak Bai lighthouse is located in Thailand. Its focal height reaches 27 meters above sea level. The light features an occulting pattern, showing white, red, and green lights in sequence. This sequence repeats every 5 seconds, providing distinct visual cues.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ WRG 5s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Oc.W.R.G. period 5s
Focal Height
27m

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2895.4
NGA No.
20878

Location

City
Thailand
Country
🇹🇭TH
Latitude
6.2390°
Longitude
102.0886°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tak Bai Lighthouse at night?+
Tak Bai displays the characteristic Occ WRG 5s — 1 wrg flash every 5 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. The wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tak Bai Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tak Bai Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Tak Bai Customs House at 2.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Bangnara (19.2 NM NW), Narathiwat (19.4 NM WNW), Kuala Besut (37.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tak Bai Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tak Bai 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 Tak Bai Lighthouse?+
Tak Bai 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 Tak Bai Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tak Bai 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.