Vágur (FOVAG) — marine weather & port guide
Vágur is a port in Faroe Islands at 61°28.0′N 6°49.0′W. Today (Aug 3): NNW wind 6–8 kn, waves 1.5–1.8 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 | 61°28.0′N 6°49.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | FOVAG |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 11 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 6 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Advisable |
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| Time zone | Atlantic/Faroe |
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10-day marine forecast — Vágur
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NNW 6–8 kn | 13 kn | 1.5–1.8 m |
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| NE 6–14 kn | 24 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| NNE 13–15 kn | 25 kn | 1.2–1.5 m |
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| W 5–14 kn | 23 kn | 1.0–1.3 m |
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| SSW 10–17 kn | 22 kn | 1.3–2.2 m |
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| S 12–21 kn | 26 kn | 2.2–2.7 m |
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| S 11–15 kn | 19 kn | 2.3–2.3 m |
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| NW 10–10 kn | 18 kn | 2.1–2.1 m |
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| WSW 4–4 kn | 11 kn | 1.8–1.8 m |
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| SSE 16–16 kn | 28 kn | 1.5–1.5 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 Vágur right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: NNW wind 6–8 kn, waves 1.5–1.8 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 Vágur?
Vágur is classed as a very small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Vágur?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 11 m and anchorage depths run about 6 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.