Messina marine weather forecast
Messina (ITMSN) is a port in Italy at 38°12.0′N 15°34.0′E. Today (Sep 18): NNW wind 3–6 kn, waves 0.1–0.3 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 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 | 38°12.0′N 15°34.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | ITMSN |
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| Harbor size | Large |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 23 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 11 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/Rome |
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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 — Messina
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NNW 3–6 kn | 8 kn | 0.1–0.3 m |
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| WNW 1–7 kn | 31 kn | 0.3–0.4 m |
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| NW 2–7 kn | 9 kn | 0.2–0.3 m |
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| NW 4–8 kn | 12 kn | 0.1–0.3 m |
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| WNW 2–12 kn | 15 kn | 0.3–0.4 m |
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| NE 3–11 kn | 13 kn | 0.4–0.7 m |
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| NW 3–8 kn | 10 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| N 6–6 kn | 13 kn | 0.3–0.3 m |
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| N 5–5 kn | 10 kn | 0.4–0.4 m |
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| NE 8–8 kn | 17 kn | 0.5–0.5 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.
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 0.7 m on Sep 23. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Messina right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-18 12z: NNW wind 3–6 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 Messina?
Messina is classed as a large harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Messina?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 23 m and anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.