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Umbai Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇲🇾MYOperational

Location & Light Range

About Umbai Lighthouse

Also known as: Umbai (Kuala Umbai)

Umbai Lighthouse stands on a concrete platform supported by concrete piles, featuring a cylindrical tower with a gallery. The structure, made of concrete, stands 10 meters tall with the light also at a focal height of 10 meters. Its white and green painted tower emits a single green flash every five seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. It guides vessels toward the harbor of Umbai, located approximately 6.7 kilometers from Melaka. The lighthouse site is accessible by boat, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids local vessels entering Umbai's harbor, providing a clear visual cue for safe passage into the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇲🇾MY
Latitude
2.1527°
Longitude
102.3352°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Melaka(6.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F1642
NGA No.
21730

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white and green
Material
concrete

Structure: cylindrical tower with gallery, mounted on a concrete platform supported by concrete piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Umbai Lighthouse at night?+
Umbai displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Umbai Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Umbai Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is MELAKA at 5.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Malacca (5.9 NM WNW), Sungai Udang Port (13.6 NM WNW), Bandar Maharani (15.2 NM ESE), Muar (15.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Umbai Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Umbai 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 Umbai Lighthouse?+
Umbai 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 Umbai Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Umbai 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.