Takula Terminal marine weather forecast
Takula Terminal (AOTAK) is a port in Angola at 5°13.0′S 11°47.0′E. Today (Sep 18): SW wind 3–6 kn, waves 1.5–1.6 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 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 | 5°13.0′S 11°47.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | AOTAK |
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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 | 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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10-day marine forecast — Takula Terminal
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SW 3–6 kn | 9 kn | 1.5–1.6 m |
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| SSW 7–11 kn | 14 kn | 1.6–2.2 m |
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| SSW 4–10 kn | 13 kn | 1.7–2.0 m |
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| SSW 4–10 kn | 12 kn | 1.3–1.6 m |
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| S 5–10 kn | 12 kn | 1.1–1.2 m |
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| SSE 10–11 kn | 13 kn | 1.1–1.1 m |
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| S 8–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| WNW 1–1 kn | 4 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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| SSW 3–3 kn | 4 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| SW 4–4 kn | 7 kn | 1.1–1.1 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 11 kn on Sep 19. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.2 m on Sep 19. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Takula Terminal right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 12z: SW wind 3–6 kn, waves 1.5–1.6 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 Takula Terminal?
Takula Terminal is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Takula Terminal?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Takula Terminal?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.