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Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse

Occ G 5s🇱🇰Sri Lanka, LKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse

Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Sri Lanka, LK. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 17 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Occ G 5s. This means the light produces 1 flash every 5 seconds. Mariners use this distinctive pattern to positively identify the light and distinguish it from other aids to navigation in the area. The light color is green, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse is positioned at 6.9559°N, 79.8448°E, near Sri Lanka in LK.

Geographic context: Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse is situated on the Bay of Bengal. The location falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round.

Nearby lighthouses in LK: Other lighthouses in the region include Barberyn, Batticaloa, Chapel Hill, Colombo, Colombo. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Colombo

LKCMB

0.2 NMSE

Beruwala

LKBRW

30.1 NMSSE

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Occ G 5s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
17m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Sri Lanka
Country
🇱🇰LK
Latitude
6.9559°
Longitude
79.8448°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Colombo Southwest Breakwater displays the characteristic Occ G 5s — 1 green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Colombo at 0.2 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Beruwala (30.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Colombo Southwest Breakwater 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 Colombo Southwest Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Colombo Southwest Breakwater 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.