Rijeka marine weather forecast
Rijeka (HRRJK) is a port in Croatia at 45°20.0′N 14°24.0′E. Today (Sep 17): NE wind 4–12 kn, waves 0.1–0.3 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-17 06z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 45°20.0′N 14°24.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | HRRJK |
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| Harbor size | Large |
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| Harbor type | River basin harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 17 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/Zagreb |
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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 — Rijeka
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NE 4–12 kn | 13 kn | 0.1–0.3 m |
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| NE 0–6 kn | 6 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| ENE 3–6 kn | 6 kn | 0.1–0.1 m |
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| E 2–4 kn | 4 kn | 0.0–0.1 m |
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| NE 4–4 kn | 5 kn | 0.0–0.1 m |
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| ENE 12–12 kn | 17 kn | 0.1–0.3 m |
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| ENE 11–11 kn | 17 kn | 0.2–0.2 m |
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| NE 4–4 kn | 4 kn | 0.1–0.1 m |
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| NE 6–6 kn | 7 kn | 0.1–0.1 m |
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| ENE 7–7 kn | 8 kn | 0.1–0.1 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 12 kn on Sep 22. The highest modeled significant wave height is 0.3 m on Sep 17. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Rijeka right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-17 06z: NE wind 4–12 kn, waves 0.1–0.3 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 Rijeka?
Rijeka is classed as a large harbor (river basin harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Rijeka?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 17 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Rijeka?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.