Welland marine weather forecast
Welland (CAWEL) is a port in Canada at 43°0.0′N 79°15.0′W. Today (Nov 3): SSW wind 6–13 kn, waves 0.1–0.4 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-03 00z. 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°0.0′N 79°15.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | CAWEL |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Lake or canal harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 8 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 | Fuel oil, diesel, water |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Welland
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSW 6–13 kn | 16 kn | 0.1–0.4 m |
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| S 4–14 kn | 17 kn | 0.1–0.4 m |
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| SSW 7–16 kn | 21 kn | 0.2–0.7 m |
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| SW 4–13 kn | 20 kn | 0.2–0.7 m |
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| SW 4–17 kn | 21 kn | 0.2–0.8 m |
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| W 18–22 kn | 28 kn | 1.0–1.4 m |
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| W 25–25 kn | 32 kn | 1.8–1.8 m |
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| SSW 16–16 kn | 22 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| W 20–20 kn | 28 kn | 1.1–1.1 m |
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| NW 18–18 kn | 25 kn | 0.9–0.9 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 25 kn on Nov 9. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.8 m on Nov 9. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Welland right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-03 00z: SSW wind 6–13 kn, waves 0.1–0.4 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 Welland?
Welland is classed as a small harbor (lake or canal harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Welland?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 8 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Welland?
Entry is affected by ice, heavy swell, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.