Rocky Point (JMROP) — marine weather & port guide
Rocky Point is a port in Jamaica at 17°49.0′N 77°9.0′W. Today (Aug 3): ESE wind 7–14 kn, waves 1.4–1.5 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 | 17°49.0′N 77°9.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | JMROP |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Channel depth | 11 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 9 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | America/Jamaica |
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10-day marine forecast — Rocky Point
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 7–14 kn | 19 kn | 1.4–1.5 m |
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| E 6–12 kn | 16 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| E 7–14 kn | 23 kn | 1.3–1.6 m |
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| E 6–12 kn | 17 kn | 1.2–1.4 m |
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| ESE 11–13 kn | 17 kn | 1.1–1.2 m |
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| E 10–13 kn | 16 kn | 1.1–1.3 m |
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| ESE 10–10 kn | 12 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| ENE 11–11 kn | 18 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| E 7–7 kn | 23 kn | 1.9–1.9 m |
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| SE 7–7 kn | 15 kn | 1.6–1.6 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 Rocky Point right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: ESE wind 7–14 kn, waves 1.4–1.5 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 Rocky Point?
Rocky Point is classed as a very small harbor (open roadstead), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Rocky Point?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 11 m and anchorage depths run about 9 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.