Mocamedes marine weather forecast
Mocamedes (AOMOS) is a port in Angola at 15°10.0′S 12°9.0′E. Today (Sep 19): SSW wind 8–13 kn, waves 2.3–2.9 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-19 00z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 15°10.0′S 12°9.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | AOMOS |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 17 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 8 m |
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| Tide range | 2 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 and salvage 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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10-day marine forecast — Mocamedes
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSW 8–13 kn | 17 kn | 2.3–2.9 m |
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| SSW 8–12 kn | 17 kn | 1.7–2.2 m |
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| SW 3–8 kn | 12 kn | 1.4–1.6 m |
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| SSW 0–7 kn | 9 kn | 1.0–1.3 m |
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| S 11–14 kn | 18 kn | 1.1–1.3 m |
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| SSW 13–14 kn | 18 kn | 1.2–1.4 m |
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| SSW 15–15 kn | 18 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| SSW 15–15 kn | 27 kn | 2.2–2.2 m |
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| S 14–14 kn | 21 kn | 1.9–1.9 m |
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| S 10–10 kn | 19 kn | 1.6–1.6 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 15 kn on Sep 26. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.9 m on Sep 19. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Mocamedes right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-19 00z: SSW wind 8–13 kn, waves 2.3–2.9 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 Mocamedes?
Mocamedes is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Mocamedes?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 17 m and anchorage depths run about 8 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Mocamedes?
Entry is affected by heavy swell, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.