Braefoot Bay marine weather forecast
Braefoot Bay (GBBFB) is a port in United Kingdom at 56°3.0′N 3°19.0′W. Today (Nov 2): NW wind 6–6 kn, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 18z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 56°3.0′N 3°19.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | GBBFB |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 9 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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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Water |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Braefoot Bay
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NW 6–6 kn | 17 kn | — |
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| NNW 2–6 kn | 11 kn | — |
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| NNE 1–3 kn | 4 kn | — |
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| NNE 3–3 kn | 5 kn | — |
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| N 3–5 kn | 8 kn | — |
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| NNE 4–4 kn | 7 kn | — |
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| NW 2–2 kn | 2 kn | — |
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| SW 4–4 kn | 5 kn | — |
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| N 16–16 kn | 24 kn | — |
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| N 17–17 kn | 27 kn | — |
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Forecast from the NOAA GFS 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 17 kn on Nov 11. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Braefoot Bay right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 18z: NW wind 6–6 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 Braefoot Bay?
Braefoot Bay is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Braefoot Bay?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.