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Wenwei Zhou Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇭🇰Western Guangdong, HKOperational

Location & Light Range

About Wenwei Zhou Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white, round masonry tower that reaches a height of 43 meters. It is topped with a red section and a white fiberglass lantern room. The structure emits a white light characterized by a long flash. Its geographic range extends for 19 nautical miles. An AIS system is also associated with the lighthouse.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
LFl
Focal Height
43m
Geographic Range
19NM

Location

City
Western Guangdong
Country
🇭🇰HK
Latitude
21.8136°
Longitude
113.9377°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
43m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White round masonry tower, red top, white fiberglass lantern; 59. AIS (MMSI No 999413097)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3515
NGA No.
19590
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Wenwei Zhou Lighthouse at night?+
Wenwei Zhou displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Wenwei Zhou Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Wenwei Zhou Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Wanshan Pt at 14.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Guishan (20.3 NM NNW), Gaosha (20.6 NM NNW), Lamma Island (26.1 NM NNE), Aberdeen (28.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Wenwei Zhou Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Wenwei Zhou 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 Wenwei Zhou Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Wenwei Zhou 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.