Palanca Terminal marine weather forecast
Palanca Terminal (AOPAT) is a port in Angola at 6°57.0′S 12°24.0′E. Today (Sep 15): WSW wind 4–12 kn, waves 1.7–1.9 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-15 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 | 6°57.0′S 12°24.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | AOPAT |
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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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| Anchorage depth | 23 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 available |
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| Repairs | None |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Palanca Terminal
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WSW 4–12 kn | 23 kn | 1.7–1.9 m |
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| WSW 4–11 kn | 21 kn | 1.4–1.7 m |
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| W 5–11 kn | 19 kn | 1.4–1.5 m |
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| WSW 6–9 kn | 18 kn | 1.5–1.6 m |
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| WSW 5–9 kn | 11 kn | 1.7–2.3 m |
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| WSW 6–6 kn | 7 kn | 1.8–2.0 m |
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| SW 6–6 kn | 8 kn | 1.6–1.6 m |
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| SW 6–6 kn | 15 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| SSW 6–6 kn | 19 kn | 1.2–1.2 m |
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| SW 7–7 kn | 22 kn | 1.0–1.0 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 12 kn on Sep 15. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.3 m on Sep 19. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Palanca Terminal right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-15 00z: WSW wind 4–12 kn, waves 1.7–1.9 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 Palanca Terminal?
Palanca Terminal is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Palanca Terminal?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Palanca Terminal?
Entry is affected by heavy swell, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.