Wick Caithness marine weather forecast
Wick Caithness (GBWIC) is a port in United Kingdom at 58°26.0′N 3°5.0′W. Today (Nov 3): SE wind 3–10 kn, waves 0.4–0.6 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 | 58°26.0′N 3°5.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | GBWIC |
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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 | 4 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 12 m |
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| Tide range | 2 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)| Cargo handling | Ro-Ro, Liquid bulk |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, water |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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| Largest vessel | 89 m length overall, 5 m draft |
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10-day marine forecast — Wick Caithness
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SE 3–10 kn | 12 kn | 0.4–0.6 m |
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| SW 2–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.4–0.6 m |
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| ESE 2–5 kn | 7 kn | 0.4–0.5 m |
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| SSE 4–9 kn | 12 kn | 0.5–0.7 m |
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| SSE 4–8 kn | 9 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| S 9–11 kn | 14 kn | 0.6–0.7 m |
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| S 5–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| SW 18–18 kn | 25 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| NNW 16–16 kn | 25 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| N 27–27 kn | 37 kn | 3.7–3.7 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 27 kn on Nov 12. The highest modeled significant wave height is 3.7 m on Nov 12. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Wick Caithness right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-03 00z: SE wind 3–10 kn, waves 0.4–0.6 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 Wick Caithness?
Wick Caithness is classed as a small harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Wick Caithness?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 4 m and anchorage depths run about 12 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Wick Caithness?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, heavy swell, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.
What is the largest vessel Wick Caithness can take?
The NGA World Port Index lists the maximum vessel at about 89 m length overall, 5 m draft. Confirm current limits with the port authority before arrival.