Malindi marine weather forecast
Malindi (KEMYD) is a port in Kenya at 3°13.0′S 40°8.0′E. Today (Nov 2): ESE wind 13–14 kn, waves 0.9–1.0 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 18z. 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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| ESE 13–14 kn | 16 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| ESE 5–10 kn | 12 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| SE 4–14 kn | 16 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| SE 6–11 kn | 15 kn | 1.1–1.2 m |
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| SE 7–12 kn | 14 kn | 1.1–1.1 m |
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| E 13–13 kn | 14 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| ESE 13–13 kn | 14 kn | 0.9–1.0 m |
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| ESE 14–14 kn | 14 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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| ESE 12–12 kn | 14 kn | 0.8–0.8 m |
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| ESE 13–13 kn | 15 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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Forecast from the NOAA GFS 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 14 kn on Nov 2. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.2 m on Nov 5. 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 NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 18z: ESE wind 13–14 kn, waves 0.9–1.0 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.