Luanda marine weather forecast
Luanda (AOLAD) is a port in Angola at 8°48.0′S 13°15.0′E. Today (Sep 16): WSW wind 2–10 kn, waves 1.1–1.2 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-16 06z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 8°48.0′S 13°15.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | AOLAD |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 13 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 30 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Luanda |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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| Largest vessel | 300 m length overall, 10 m draft |
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10-day marine forecast — Luanda
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WSW 2–10 kn | 11 kn | 1.1–1.2 m |
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| WSW 1–11 kn | 13 kn | 1.2–1.3 m |
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| S 1–5 kn | 12 kn | 1.3–1.6 m |
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| WNW 3–5 kn | 11 kn | 1.3–1.7 m |
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| SE 3–3 kn | 3 kn | 1.0–1.2 m |
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| S 2–2 kn | 2 kn | 0.8–0.9 m |
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| SSE 3–3 kn | 4 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| ESE 3–3 kn | 5 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| SE 2–2 kn | 3 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| NE 1–1 kn | 1 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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Forecast from the NOAA GFS model run , waves from ECMWF WAM. Updated with each model cycle; the live chart below recalculates for your departure time and vessel.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 11 kn on Sep 17. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.7 m on Sep 19. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Luanda right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-16 06z: WSW wind 2–10 kn, waves 1.1–1.2 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 Luanda?
Luanda is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Luanda?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 13 m and anchorage depths run about 30 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What is the largest vessel Luanda can take?
The NGA World Port Index lists the maximum vessel at about 300 m length overall, 10 m draft. Confirm current limits with the port authority before arrival.