Jinhae marine weather forecast
Jinhae (KRCHF) is a port in South Korea at 35°8.0′N 128°39.0′E. Today (Sep 14): ENE wind 9–10 kn, waves 0.3–0.4 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-14 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 | 35°8.0′N 128°39.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | KRCHF |
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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 | 9 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 16 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Time zone | Asia/Seoul |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Water |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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| Largest vessel | 10 m draft |
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10-day marine forecast — Jinhae
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ENE 9–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.3–0.4 m |
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| ENE 6–15 kn | 20 kn | 0.4–0.8 m |
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| NE 15–24 kn | 32 kn | 1.0–1.9 m |
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| ENE 18–23 kn | 31 kn | 1.5–2.0 m |
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| NE 17–23 kn | 30 kn | 1.4–1.8 m |
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| NE 16–21 kn | 26 kn | 1.1–1.7 m |
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| NE 15–18 kn | 22 kn | 1.0–1.3 m |
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| NNE 21–21 kn | 29 kn | 1.7–1.7 m |
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| E 11–11 kn | 18 kn | 1.2–1.2 m |
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| ENE 17–17 kn | 22 kn | 1.1–1.1 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 24 kn on Sep 16. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.0 m on Sep 17. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Jinhae right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-14 12z: ENE wind 9–10 kn, waves 0.3–0.4 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 Jinhae?
Jinhae is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Jinhae?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m and anchorage depths run about 16 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Jinhae?
Entry is affected by heavy swell, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.
What is the largest vessel Jinhae can take?
The NGA World Port Index lists the maximum vessel at about 10 m draft. Confirm current limits with the port authority before arrival.