Porto Da Praia (CVRAI) — marine weather & port guide
Porto Da Praia is a port in Cape Verde at 14°55.0′N 23°31.0′W. Today (Aug 3): NW wind 5–9 kn, waves 1.1–1.3 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 | 14°55.0′N 23°31.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | CVRAI |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 6 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 16 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
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10-day marine forecast — Porto Da Praia
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NW 5–9 kn | 12 kn | 1.1–1.3 m |
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| NNW 5–10 kn | 14 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| S 1–4 kn | 7 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| NW 2–8 kn | 10 kn | 1.0–1.2 m |
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| NE 4–7 kn | 9 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| ENE 6–9 kn | 11 kn | 1.4–1.5 m |
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| N 5–7 kn | 8 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| NNE 11–11 kn | 18 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| NNE 9–9 kn | 16 kn | 1.8–1.8 m |
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| NNE 8–8 kn | 14 kn | 1.6–1.6 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Porto Da Praia right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: NW wind 5–9 kn, waves 1.1–1.3 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 Porto Da Praia?
Porto Da Praia is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Porto Da Praia?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 6 m and anchorage depths run about 16 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Porto Da Praia?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.