L'Île-Rousse (FRILR) — marine weather & port guide
L'Île-Rousse is a port in France at 42°38.0′N 8°56.0′E. Today (Aug 3): E wind 8–11 kn, waves 0.3–0.5 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 | 42°38.0′N 8°56.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | FRILR |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 6 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Advisable |
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| Time zone | Europe/Paris |
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10-day marine forecast — L'Île-Rousse
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| E 8–11 kn | 15 kn | 0.3–0.5 m |
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| ESE 5–15 kn | 19 kn | 0.4–0.8 m |
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| ESE 1–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.2–0.3 m |
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| SSW 1–6 kn | 8 kn | 0.2–0.3 m |
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| SSW 3–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.4–0.8 m |
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| W 2–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| SW 4–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| W 3–3 kn | 6 kn | 0.1–0.1 m |
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| NNW 3–3 kn | 8 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| W 6–6 kn | 9 kn | 0.2–0.2 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at L'Île-Rousse right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: E wind 8–11 kn, waves 0.3–0.5 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 L'Île-Rousse?
L'Île-Rousse is classed as a very small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to L'Île-Rousse?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 6 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to L'Île-Rousse?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.