Galway (IEGWY) — marine weather & port guide
Galway is a port in Ireland at 53°16.0′N 9°3.0′W. Today (Aug 3): SSE wind 4–12 kn, waves 1.2–1.4 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 | 53°16.0′N 9°3.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | IEGWY |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | River tide-gate harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 3 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 9 m |
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| Tide range | 4 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/Dublin |
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10-day marine forecast — Galway
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSE 4–12 kn | 25 kn | 1.2–1.4 m |
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| WSW 5–15 kn | 25 kn | 1.1–2.0 m |
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| WNW 10–16 kn | 28 kn | 3.0–4.1 m |
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| W 4–7 kn | 14 kn | 1.1–2.5 m |
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| SSW 3–5 kn | 7 kn | 0.9–1.9 m |
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| SSW 8–11 kn | 13 kn | 2.1–2.2 m |
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| WSW 6–14 kn | 18 kn | 2.5–2.9 m |
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| W 11–11 kn | 20 kn | 3.0–3.0 m |
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| SSE 15–15 kn | 26 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| SW 9–9 kn | 18 kn | 1.4–1.4 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 Galway right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: SSE wind 4–12 kn, waves 1.2–1.4 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 Galway?
Galway is classed as a very small harbor (river tide-gate harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Galway?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 3 m and anchorage depths run about 9 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Galway?
Entry is affected by tidal windows. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.