Ardglass (GBAGL) — marine weather & port guide
Ardglass is a port in United Kingdom at 54°16.0′N 5°37.0′W. Today (Aug 3): ESE wind 11–18 kn, 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 | 54°16.0′N 5°37.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | GBAGL |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Channel depth | 5 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 11 m |
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| Tide range | 4 m |
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| Time zone | Europe/Isle_of_Man |
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10-day marine forecast — Ardglass
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 11–18 kn | 26 kn | — |
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| SSE 12–15 kn | 24 kn | — |
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| WSW 12–26 kn | 41 kn | — |
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| WNW 8–16 kn | 27 kn | — |
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| SW 3–10 kn | 13 kn | — |
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| S 9–15 kn | 19 kn | — |
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| WSW 10–13 kn | 17 kn | — |
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| WSW 14–14 kn | 23 kn | — |
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| SSE 7–7 kn | 15 kn | — |
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| SSW 8–8 kn | 15 kn | — |
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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 Ardglass right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: ESE wind 11–18 kn. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Ardglass?
Ardglass is classed as a very small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Ardglass?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 5 m and anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Ardglass?
Entry is affected by tidal windows. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.