Manado marine weather forecast
Manado (IDMDC) is a port in Indonesia at 1°30.0′N 124°50.0′E. Today (Sep 15): SSE wind 4–7 kn, waves 1.0–1.3 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-15 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 | 1°30.0′N 124°50.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | IDMDC |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 5 m |
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| Time zone | Asia/Makassar |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Supplies | Fuel oil, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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10-day marine forecast — Manado
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSE 4–7 kn | 15 kn | 1.0–1.3 m |
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| SE 5–7 kn | 12 kn | 1.1–1.3 m |
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| SE 3–5 kn | 9 kn | 0.9–1.2 m |
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| ENE 5–5 kn | 8 kn | 0.7–0.9 m |
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| N 3–3 kn | 5 kn | 0.6–0.7 m |
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| NNE 3–3 kn | 5 kn | 0.6–0.7 m |
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| N 5–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| N 5–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| NNW 5–5 kn | 3 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| NNW 2–2 kn | 4 kn | 0.8–0.8 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 7 kn on Sep 15. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.3 m on Sep 15. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Manado right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-15 06z: SSE wind 4–7 kn, waves 1.0–1.3 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 Manado?
Manado is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Manado?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Manado?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.