Lancaster marine weather forecast
Lancaster (GBLAN) is a port in United Kingdom at 54°3.0′N 2°47.0′W. Today (Sep 18): SW wind 16–19 kn, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 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°3.0′N 2°47.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | GBLAN |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | River basin harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Anchorage depth | 8 m |
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| Tide range | 3 m |
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| Pilotage | Advisable |
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| Time zone | Europe/London |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Lancaster
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SW 16–19 kn | 37 kn | — |
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| WSW 17–21 kn | 39 kn | — |
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| W 10–18 kn | 33 kn | — |
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| WSW 5–10 kn | 19 kn | — |
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| SW 5–8 kn | 11 kn | — |
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| SW 4–11 kn | 13 kn | — |
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| SW 1–15 kn | 18 kn | — |
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| W 10–10 kn | 22 kn | — |
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| WSW 8–8 kn | 16 kn | — |
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| SSE 11–11 kn | 20 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 21 kn on Sep 19. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Lancaster right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 12z: SW wind 16–19 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 Lancaster?
Lancaster is classed as a small harbor (river basin harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Lancaster?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 8 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Lancaster?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, heavy swell, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.