Malindi marine weather forecast
Malindi (KEMYD) is a port in Kenya at 3°13.0′S 40°8.0′E. Today (Sep 15): SSE wind 16–18 kn, waves 1.6–2.1 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-15 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 | 3°13.0′S 40°8.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | KEMYD |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Anchorage depth | 11 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Time zone | Africa/Nairobi |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Malindi
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SSE 16–18 kn | 23 kn | 1.6–2.1 m |
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| SSE 15–18 kn | 23 kn | 2.3–2.5 m |
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| SSE 13–16 kn | 23 kn | 2.3–2.5 m |
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| SSE 10–17 kn | 22 kn | 2.6–2.7 m |
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| SSE 13–16 kn | 21 kn | 2.4–2.5 m |
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| SE 13–15 kn | 19 kn | 2.3–2.3 m |
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| SE 13–17 kn | 21 kn | 2.3–2.5 m |
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| SSE 15–15 kn | 19 kn | 2.2–2.2 m |
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| S 15–15 kn | 19 kn | 2.0–2.0 m |
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| S 16–16 kn | 20 kn | 1.9–1.9 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 18 kn on Sep 15. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.7 m on Sep 18. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Malindi right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-15 12z: SSE wind 16–18 kn, waves 1.6–2.1 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 Malindi?
Malindi is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Malindi?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Malindi?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.