Az Zawiyah marine weather forecast
Az Zawiyah (LYZAW) is a port in Libya at 32°48.0′N 12°43.0′E. Today (Nov 3): W wind 3–8 kn, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-03 00z. The live chart on this page shows current conditions and plans weather-optimized departures from this harbor.
Port facts (NGA World Port Index)| Position | 32°48.0′N 12°43.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | LYZAW |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 m |
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| Tide range | 0 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Tripoli |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Repairs | None |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Az Zawiyah
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| W 3–8 kn | 15 kn | — |
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| SSE 5–10 kn | 18 kn | — |
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| ESE 1–8 kn | 13 kn | — |
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| NW 2–8 kn | 16 kn | — |
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| WNW 1–5 kn | 6 kn | — |
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| SSE 6–6 kn | 8 kn | — |
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| SSE 7–7 kn | 9 kn | — |
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| S 6–6 kn | 14 kn | — |
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| SSW 8–8 kn | 13 kn | — |
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| S 8–8 kn | 14 kn | — |
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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 10 kn on Nov 4. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Az Zawiyah right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-03 00z: W wind 3–8 kn. The 10-day outlook is in the forecast table on this page and updates with each model cycle.
How big is the harbor at Az Zawiyah?
Az Zawiyah is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Az Zawiyah?
Per the NGA World Port Index, anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.