Salawati Terminal (IDSWT) — marine weather & port guide
Salawati Terminal is a port in Indonesia at 1°21.0′S 131°0.0′E. Today (Aug 3): SSE wind 19–22 kn, waves 1.2–1.5 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z. 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°21.0′S 131°0.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | IDSWT |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | River natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Channel depth | 16 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Asia/Jayapura |
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10-day marine forecast — Salawati Terminal
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSE 19–22 kn | 30 kn | 1.2–1.5 m |
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| SSE 20–24 kn | 31 kn | 1.4–1.6 m |
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| SSE 19–24 kn | 32 kn | 1.3–1.7 m |
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| SSE 18–20 kn | 26 kn | 1.0–1.3 m |
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| SSE 17–19 kn | 25 kn | 1.1–1.2 m |
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| SSE 16–18 kn | 22 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| SSE 13–16 kn | 20 kn | 0.7–0.9 m |
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| SSE 15–15 kn | 22 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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| SSE 10–10 kn | 20 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| SSE 14–14 kn | 18 kn | 0.6–0.6 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Salawati Terminal right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: SSE wind 19–22 kn, waves 1.2–1.5 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 Salawati Terminal?
Salawati Terminal is classed as a small harbor (river natural harbor), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Salawati Terminal?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 16 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Salawati Terminal?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.