Berwick-upon-Tweed (GBBWK) — marine weather & port guide
Berwick-upon-Tweed is a port in United Kingdom at 55°47.0′N 2°0.0′W. Today (Aug 3): ESE wind 10–13 kn, waves 0.9–1.2 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 | 55°47.0′N 2°0.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | GBBWK |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | River tide-gate harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 2 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 13 m |
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| Tide range | 4 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/London |
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10-day marine forecast — Berwick-upon-Tweed
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 10–13 kn | 25 kn | 0.9–1.2 m |
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| SSE 8–10 kn | 23 kn | 0.9–1.3 m |
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| SW 11–21 kn | 39 kn | 0.8–2.0 m |
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| WNW 8–16 kn | 30 kn | 1.8–2.0 m |
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| WSW 4–10 kn | 12 kn | 1.1–1.6 m |
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| SSW 5–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.7–0.9 m |
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| SW 9–13 kn | 16 kn | 0.7–1.0 m |
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| WSW 13–13 kn | 24 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| SSW 6–6 kn | 14 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| SW 9–9 kn | 19 kn | 0.7–0.7 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 Berwick-upon-Tweed right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: ESE wind 10–13 kn, waves 0.9–1.2 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 Berwick-upon-Tweed?
Berwick-upon-Tweed is classed as a very small harbor (river tide-gate harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Berwick-upon-Tweed?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 2 m and anchorage depths run about 13 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Berwick-upon-Tweed?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.