Flying Fish Cove marine weather forecast
Flying Fish Cove (CXFFC) is a port in Christmas Island at 10°25.0′S 105°43.0′E. Today (Sep 17): ESE wind 12–13 kn, waves 1.8–2.0 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 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 | 10°25.0′S 105°43.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | CXFFC |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 3 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Indian/Christmas |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Supplies | Fuel oil, water |
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| Repairs | None |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Flying Fish Cove
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 12–13 kn | 17 kn | 1.8–2.0 m |
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| ESE 12–14 kn | 18 kn | 1.6–1.7 m |
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| ESE 13–15 kn | 19 kn | 1.8–2.4 m |
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| ESE 14–15 kn | 19 kn | 2.2–2.5 m |
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| ESE 14–15 kn | 19 kn | 1.9–2.1 m |
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| ESE 14–17 kn | 21 kn | 1.9–2.2 m |
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| ESE 15–16 kn | 20 kn | 2.1–2.2 m |
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| ESE 13–13 kn | 17 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| SE 10–10 kn | 12 kn | 1.6–1.6 m |
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| SE 11–11 kn | 15 kn | 2.4–2.4 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 17 kn on Sep 22. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.5 m on Sep 20. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Flying Fish Cove right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 12z: ESE wind 12–13 kn, waves 1.8–2.0 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 Flying Fish Cove?
Flying Fish Cove is classed as a medium harbor (coastal natural harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Flying Fish Cove?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Flying Fish Cove?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.