Benisaf (DZBSF) — marine weather & port guide
Benisaf is a port in Algeria at 35°17.0′N 1°23.0′W. Today (Aug 3): N wind 3–10 kn, waves 1.0–1.4 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 | 35°17.0′N 1°23.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | DZBSF |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Anchorage depth | 19 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Advisable |
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| Time zone | Africa/Algiers |
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10-day marine forecast — Benisaf
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| N 3–10 kn | 21 kn | 1.0–1.4 m |
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| SSW 1–11 kn | 21 kn | 0.9–1.2 m |
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| ESE 1–10 kn | 19 kn | 0.5–0.9 m |
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| ENE 1–9 kn | 18 kn | 0.2–0.4 m |
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| ENE 0–6 kn | 8 kn | 0.1–0.3 m |
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| SSW 1–6 kn | 7 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| WSW 3–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| N 6–6 kn | 14 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| NNE 7–7 kn | 16 kn | 0.4–0.4 m |
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| NNW 6–6 kn | 15 kn | 0.2–0.2 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 Benisaf right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: N wind 3–10 kn, waves 1.0–1.4 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 Benisaf?
Benisaf is classed as a very small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Benisaf?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 19 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.