Malabo marine weather forecast
Malabo (GQSSG) is a port in Equatorial Guinea at 3°45.0′N 8°47.0′E. Today (Nov 2): WSW wind 12–16 kn, waves 0.7–0.9 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 18z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 3°45.0′N 8°47.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | GQSSG |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 17 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 29 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Malabo |
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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 | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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| Largest vessel | 175 m length overall, 8 m draft |
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10-day marine forecast — Malabo
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WSW 12–16 kn | 18 kn | 0.7–0.9 m |
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| SW 6–12 kn | 14 kn | 0.8–1.0 m |
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| SW 7–11 kn | 11 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| WSW 10–13 kn | 15 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| SW 7–12 kn | 12 kn | 0.7–0.9 m |
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| WSW 8–8 kn | 9 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| SW 7–7 kn | 7 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| WSW 9–9 kn | 9 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| WSW 14–14 kn | 15 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| SW 7–7 kn | 7 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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Forecast from the NOAA GFS 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 16 kn on Nov 2. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.0 m on Nov 3. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Malabo right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 18z: WSW wind 12–16 kn, waves 0.7–0.9 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 Malabo?
Malabo is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Malabo?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 17 m and anchorage depths run about 29 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What is the largest vessel Malabo can take?
The NGA World Port Index lists the maximum vessel at about 175 m length overall, 8 m draft. Confirm current limits with the port authority before arrival.