Cherbourg-en-Cotentin marine weather forecast
Cherbourg-en-Cotentin (FRCER) is a port in France at 49°38.0′N 1°37.0′W. Today (Nov 3): NE wind 23–25 kn, waves 2.0–2.4 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-03 00z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 49°38.0′N 1°37.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | FRCER |
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| Harbor size | Large |
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| Harbor type | Coastal tide-gate harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 9 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 11 m |
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| Tide range | 5 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/Paris |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Major (hull, machinery, electrical) |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NE 23–25 kn | 35 kn | 2.0–2.4 m |
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| ENE 25–26 kn | 36 kn | 2.4–2.8 m |
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| E 20–22 kn | 29 kn | 1.6–2.3 m |
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| E 8–15 kn | 21 kn | 0.5–1.3 m |
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| NNE 5–8 kn | 10 kn | 0.3–0.4 m |
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| SW 3–7 kn | 9 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| SE 11–11 kn | 14 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| ESE 23–23 kn | 33 kn | 2.0–2.0 m |
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| SSW 13–13 kn | 18 kn | 1.1–1.1 m |
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| N 25–25 kn | 36 kn | 2.2–2.2 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 26 kn on Nov 4. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.8 m on Nov 4. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Cherbourg-en-Cotentin right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-03 00z: NE wind 23–25 kn, waves 2.0–2.4 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 Cherbourg-en-Cotentin?
Cherbourg-en-Cotentin is classed as a large harbor (coastal tide-gate harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m and anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.