Port Hope marine weather forecast
Port Hope (CAOPE) is a port in Canada at 43°56.0′N 78°17.0′W. Today (Sep 16): NNW wind 2–7 kn, waves 0.1–0.2 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-16 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 | 43°56.0′N 78°17.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | CAOPE |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 2 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 3 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Toronto |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Salvage available |
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| Supplies | Water, provisions |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Port Hope
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NNW 2–7 kn | 10 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| NNE 4–11 kn | 15 kn | 0.2–0.3 m |
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| N 7–12 kn | 16 kn | 0.2–0.4 m |
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| ENE 11–15 kn | 20 kn | 0.5–0.8 m |
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| ENE 11–19 kn | 24 kn | 0.7–1.0 m |
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| NE 9–20 kn | 25 kn | 0.5–1.4 m |
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| ENE 18–21 kn | 26 kn | 1.1–1.7 m |
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| ENE 21–21 kn | 28 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| E 21–21 kn | 28 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| NE 14–14 kn | 18 kn | 0.6–0.6 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 21 kn on Sep 22. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.7 m on Sep 22. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Port Hope right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-16 12z: NNW wind 2–7 kn, waves 0.1–0.2 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 Port Hope?
Port Hope is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Port Hope?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 2 m and anchorage depths run about 3 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Port Hope?
Entry is affected by ice. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.