Helmsdale marine weather forecast
Helmsdale (GBHMA) is a port in United Kingdom at 58°7.0′N 3°39.0′W. Today (Sep 18): WSW wind 9–15 kn, waves 3.4–6.0 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 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 | 58°7.0′N 3°39.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | GBHMA |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 2 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 2 m |
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| Tide range | 8 m |
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| Time zone | Europe/London |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Supplies | Water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Emergency only |
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10-day marine forecast — Helmsdale
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WSW 9–15 kn | 39 kn | 3.4–6.0 m |
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| WSW 13–15 kn | 39 kn | 4.2–4.6 m |
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| W 8–15 kn | 36 kn | 4.0–5.2 m |
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| SW 5–7 kn | 23 kn | 2.4–3.3 m |
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| SW 2–8 kn | 10 kn | 2.2–2.8 m |
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| NE 2–7 kn | 9 kn | 2.6–3.1 m |
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| W 3–3 kn | 4 kn | 2.8–2.8 m |
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| SSW 10–10 kn | 37 kn | 2.5–2.5 m |
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| WSW 11–11 kn | 31 kn | 5.8–5.8 m |
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| SSE 9–9 kn | 26 kn | 2.3–2.3 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 15 kn on Sep 18. The highest modeled significant wave height is 6.0 m on Sep 18. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Helmsdale right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 00z: WSW wind 9–15 kn, waves 3.4–6.0 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 Helmsdale?
Helmsdale is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Helmsdale?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 2 m and anchorage depths run about 2 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Helmsdale?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.