Estrela Oil Field — marine weather & port guide
Estrela Oil Field is a port in Angola at 6°27.0′S 12°24.0′E. Today (Aug 3): W wind 3–6 kn, waves 1.0–1.0 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 6°27.0′S 12°24.0′E |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Channel depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Time zone | Africa/Luanda |
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10-day marine forecast — Estrela Oil Field
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| W 3–6 kn | 14 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| WSW 1–8 kn | 14 kn | 0.8–1.0 m |
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| WSW 5–8 kn | 15 kn | 0.9–1.1 m |
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| WSW 5–9 kn | 16 kn | 1.3–1.5 m |
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| WSW 3–8 kn | 11 kn | 1.4–1.6 m |
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| WSW 4–6 kn | 8 kn | 1.6–1.6 m |
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| WSW 6–6 kn | 8 kn | 1.6–1.7 m |
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| W 6–6 kn | 15 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| WNW 7–7 kn | 16 kn | 1.9–1.9 m |
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| W 7–7 kn | 16 kn | 2.2–2.2 m |
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Forecast from the ECMWF IFS model run , waves from ECMWF WAM. Updated with each model cycle; the live chart below recalculates for your departure time and vessel.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Estrela Oil Field right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: W wind 3–6 kn, waves 1.0–1.0 m. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Estrela Oil Field?
Estrela Oil Field is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Estrela Oil Field?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Estrela Oil Field?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.