Europa Point marine weather forecast
Europa Point is a port in Gibraltar at 36°8.0′N 5°21.0′W. Today (Sep 17): ESE wind 2–9 kn, waves 0.4–0.8 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 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 | 36°8.0′N 5°21.0′W |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 13 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 19 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/Gibraltar |
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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 | Major (hull, machinery, electrical) |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Europa Point
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 2–9 kn | 22 kn | 0.4–0.8 m |
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| E 2–7 kn | 18 kn | 0.4–0.4 m |
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| ESE 3–9 kn | 21 kn | 0.3–0.9 m |
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| SSE 1–9 kn | 22 kn | 0.8–1.0 m |
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| ESE 2–9 kn | 11 kn | 0.6–1.2 m |
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| E 3–8 kn | 10 kn | 0.4–0.8 m |
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| E 1–1 kn | 2 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| NE 1–1 kn | 8 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| ENE 1–1 kn | 8 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| E 2–2 kn | 7 kn | 0.5–0.5 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 9 kn on Sep 17. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.2 m on Sep 21. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Europa Point right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 00z: ESE wind 2–9 kn, waves 0.4–0.8 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 Europa Point?
Europa Point is classed as a medium harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Europa Point?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 13 m and anchorage depths run about 19 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Europa Point?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.