El Ismailiya marine weather forecast
El Ismailiya (EGISM) is a port in Egypt at 30°35.0′N 32°17.0′E. Today (Sep 18): NNW wind 9–14 kn, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 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 | 30°35.0′N 32°17.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | EGISM |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Lake or canal harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 19 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 11 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Cairo |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Supplies | Water, provisions |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — El Ismailiya
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NNW 9–14 kn | 21 kn | — |
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| NNE 4–14 kn | 20 kn | — |
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| NNE 4–14 kn | 22 kn | — |
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| N 6–12 kn | 24 kn | — |
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| N 3–13 kn | 17 kn | — |
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| NE 4–6 kn | 8 kn | — |
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| NNE 6–10 kn | 12 kn | — |
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| NNE 10–10 kn | 19 kn | — |
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| NNE 10–10 kn | 18 kn | — |
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| NNE 9–9 kn | 18 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 14 kn on Sep 19. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at El Ismailiya right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 12z: NNW wind 9–14 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 El Ismailiya?
El Ismailiya is classed as a small harbor (lake or canal harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to El Ismailiya?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 19 m and anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to El Ismailiya?
Entry is affected by overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.