Port-Vendres marine weather forecast
Port-Vendres (FRPOV) is a port in France at 42°31.0′N 3°7.0′E. Today (Nov 2): W wind 3–6 kn, waves 1.0–1.4 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-02 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°31.0′N 3°7.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | FRPOV |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 8 m |
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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 | Europe/Paris |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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10-day marine forecast — Port-Vendres
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| W 3–6 kn | 17 kn | 1.0–1.4 m |
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| W 1–4 kn | 12 kn | 1.0–1.6 m |
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| WSW 1–2 kn | 8 kn | 0.6–1.3 m |
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| S 1–4 kn | 15 kn | 0.9–1.2 m |
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| WSW 1–4 kn | 6 kn | 1.2–1.4 m |
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| E 1–3 kn | 3 kn | 0.7–1.0 m |
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| SE 3–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.3–0.4 m |
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| ESE 9–9 kn | 21 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| SE 4–4 kn | 16 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| NE 1–1 kn | 8 kn | 0.5–0.5 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 10 kn on Nov 8. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.6 m on Nov 3. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Port-Vendres right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-02 12z: W wind 3–6 kn, waves 1.0–1.4 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 Port-Vendres?
Port-Vendres is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Port-Vendres?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 8 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Port-Vendres?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.