Sidi Kerir (Kurayr) (EGSKT) — marine weather & port guide
Sidi Kerir (Kurayr) is a port in Egypt at 31°6.0′N 29°37.0′E. Today (Aug 3): N wind 9–14 kn, waves 0.8–0.8 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 | 31°6.0′N 29°37.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | EGSKT |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Cairo |
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10-day marine forecast — Sidi Kerir (Kurayr)
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| N 9–14 kn | 22 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| NNE 6–12 kn | 20 kn | 0.8–0.9 m |
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| NNE 3–12 kn | 22 kn | 0.7–0.9 m |
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| N 2–12 kn | 23 kn | 0.7–0.8 m |
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| NNW 4–13 kn | 17 kn | 0.7–1.0 m |
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| NW 4–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.9–1.1 m |
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| NW 3–9 kn | 11 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| W 10–10 kn | 17 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| W 7–7 kn | 14 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| NNW 4–4 kn | 10 kn | 1.1–1.1 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 Sidi Kerir (Kurayr) right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: N wind 9–14 kn, waves 0.8–0.8 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 Sidi Kerir (Kurayr)?
Sidi Kerir (Kurayr) is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Sidi Kerir (Kurayr)?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.