Senbong marine weather forecast
Senbong is a port in North Korea at 42°20.0′N 130°24.0′E. Today (Sep 17): S wind 7–11 kn, waves 0.3–0.5 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 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 | 42°20.0′N 130°24.0′E |
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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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| Channel depth | 23 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Asia/Pyongyang |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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10-day marine forecast — Senbong
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| S 7–11 kn | 12 kn | 0.3–0.5 m |
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| ESE 4–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.3–0.9 m |
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| ENE 2–7 kn | 9 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| SE 2–11 kn | 14 kn | 0.6–0.9 m |
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| N 6–22 kn | 29 kn | 0.7–1.5 m |
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| SE 6–13 kn | 16 kn | 0.7–0.8 m |
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| WNW 20–29 kn | 36 kn | 1.5–1.5 m |
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| SW 10–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| SSW 26–26 kn | 35 kn | 2.1–2.1 m |
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| E 13–13 kn | 25 kn | 1.2–1.2 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 29 kn on Sep 23. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.1 m on Sep 25. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Senbong right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 12z: S wind 7–11 kn, waves 0.3–0.5 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 Senbong?
Senbong is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Senbong?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 23 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Senbong?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.