Pohnpei Harbor (FMPNI) — marine weather & port guide
Pohnpei Harbor is a port in Micronesia at 6°59.0′N 158°12.0′E. Today (Aug 3): WSW wind 13–16 kn, waves 2.3–2.4 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 | 6°59.0′N 158°12.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | FMPNI |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 9 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Pacific/Pohnpei |
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10-day marine forecast — Pohnpei Harbor
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WSW 13–16 kn | 21 kn | 2.3–2.4 m |
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| WSW 14–19 kn | 23 kn | 2.2–2.3 m |
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| WSW 12–16 kn | 22 kn | 2.3–2.3 m |
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| SW 13–17 kn | 22 kn | 2.2–2.3 m |
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| SW 11–12 kn | 18 kn | 1.9–2.1 m |
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| SW 6–10 kn | 12 kn | 1.8–1.9 m |
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| SW 5–6 kn | 7 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| WSW 11–11 kn | 15 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| WSW 9–9 kn | 13 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| W 13–13 kn | 25 kn | 1.9–1.9 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 Pohnpei Harbor right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: WSW wind 13–16 kn, waves 2.3–2.4 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 Pohnpei Harbor?
Pohnpei Harbor is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Pohnpei Harbor?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.