Tonnay-Charente marine weather forecast
Tonnay-Charente (FRTON) is a port in France at 45°57.0′N 0°54.0′W. Today (Sep 16): NW wind 5–8 kn, waves 1.7–2.1 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-16 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 | 45°57.0′N 0°54.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | FRTON |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | River natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 5 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)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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10-day marine forecast — Tonnay-Charente
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NW 5–8 kn | 16 kn | 1.7–2.1 m |
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| W 2–8 kn | 17 kn | 1.7–2.2 m |
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| WNW 2–5 kn | 12 kn | 1.9–2.4 m |
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| NNW 2–4 kn | 10 kn | 1.6–2.3 m |
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| NNW 2–6 kn | 8 kn | 1.6–1.7 m |
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| NNE 6–9 kn | 11 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| NE 8–8 kn | 9 kn | 1.6–1.6 m |
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| NE 9–9 kn | 18 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| ENE 5–5 kn | 19 kn | 1.6–1.6 m |
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| SSE 8–8 kn | 15 kn | 1.2–1.2 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 9 kn on Sep 23. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.4 m on Sep 18. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Tonnay-Charente right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-16 00z: NW wind 5–8 kn, waves 1.7–2.1 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 Tonnay-Charente?
Tonnay-Charente is classed as a small harbor (river natural harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Tonnay-Charente?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 5 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Tonnay-Charente?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.