Holyhead marine weather forecast
Holyhead (GBHLY) is a port in United Kingdom at 53°19.0′N 4°38.0′W. Today (Nov 3): NE wind 12–16 kn, waves 0.5–0.6 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-03 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 | 53°19.0′N 4°38.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | GBHLY |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 3 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 11 m |
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| Tide range | 5 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 | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Moderate |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Holyhead
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NE 12–16 kn | 21 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| ENE 13–16 kn | 25 kn | 0.6–0.8 m |
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| ENE 12–16 kn | 22 kn | 0.5–0.8 m |
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| E 6–12 kn | 16 kn | 0.2–0.5 m |
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| ENE 2–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| SSW 2–6 kn | 8 kn | 0.1–0.2 m |
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| E 3–3 kn | 4 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| E 12–12 kn | 19 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| NE 14–14 kn | 19 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| N 23–23 kn | 35 kn | 1.8–1.8 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 23 kn on Nov 12. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.8 m on Nov 12. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Holyhead right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-03 00z: NE wind 12–16 kn, waves 0.5–0.6 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 Holyhead?
Holyhead is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Holyhead?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 3 m and anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.