Rivière-du-Loup (CARDL) — marine weather & port guide
Rivière-du-Loup is a port in Canada at 47°50.0′N 69°32.0′W. Today (Aug 3): E wind 2–5 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 | 47°50.0′N 69°32.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | CARDL |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | River natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 2 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 8 m |
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| Tide range | 12 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Toronto |
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10-day marine forecast — Rivière-du-Loup
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| E 2–5 kn | 10 kn | — |
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| WSW 10–16 kn | 32 kn | — |
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| SSW 5–11 kn | 20 kn | — |
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| SSW 3–10 kn | 19 kn | — |
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| SSW 1–8 kn | 11 kn | — |
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| W 2–4 kn | 5 kn | — |
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| ESE 1–4 kn | 5 kn | — |
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| S 2–2 kn | 6 kn | — |
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| WSW 5–5 kn | 13 kn | — |
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| W 3–3 kn | 10 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 Rivière-du-Loup right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: E wind 2–5 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 Rivière-du-Loup?
Rivière-du-Loup is classed as a small harbor (river natural harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Rivière-du-Loup?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 2 m and anchorage depths run about 8 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Rivière-du-Loup?
Entry is affected by ice. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.