Aratu Pt / Candeias (BRARB) — marine weather & port guide
Aratu Pt / Candeias is a port in Brazil at 12°47.0′S 38°30.0′W. Today (Aug 3): SE wind 5–9 kn, 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 | 12°47.0′S 38°30.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | BRARB |
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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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| Tide range | 3 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Bahia |
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10-day marine forecast — Aratu Pt / Candeias
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SE 5–9 kn | 20 kn | — |
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| SE 1–8 kn | 19 kn | — |
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| SE 2–7 kn | 17 kn | — |
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| E 0–6 kn | 15 kn | — |
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| ENE 2–7 kn | 8 kn | — |
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| ENE 3–6 kn | 7 kn | — |
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| ENE 5–7 kn | 9 kn | — |
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| E 7–7 kn | 16 kn | — |
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| SE 10–10 kn | 21 kn | — |
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| ESE 9–9 kn | 20 kn | — |
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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 Aratu Pt / Candeias right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: SE wind 5–9 kn. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Aratu Pt / Candeias?
Aratu Pt / Candeias is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Aratu Pt / Candeias?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 17 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.