Cardinal (CACDN) — marine weather & port guide
Cardinal is a port in Canada at 44°47.0′N 75°23.0′W. Today (Aug 3): NNW wind 8–12 kn, waves 0.7–1.2 m, 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 | 44°47.0′N 75°23.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | CACDN |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Lake or canal harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/New_York |
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10-day marine forecast — Cardinal
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NNW 8–12 kn | 27 kn | 0.7–1.2 m |
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| W 3–6 kn | 13 kn | 0.3–0.9 m |
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| S 3–6 kn | 16 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| SSW 1–4 kn | 11 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| W 1–3 kn | 6 kn | 0.1–0.3 m |
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| E 0–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.1–0.3 m |
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| S 4–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.2–0.4 m |
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| SE 9–9 kn | 17 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| NNW 3–3 kn | 8 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| NNE 3–3 kn | 8 kn | 0.3–0.3 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Cardinal right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: NNW wind 8–12 kn, waves 0.7–1.2 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 Cardinal?
Cardinal is classed as a very small harbor (lake or canal harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
What restricts entry to Cardinal?
Entry is affected by ice. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.