Mina Tarabulus (Tripoli) marine weather forecast
Mina Tarabulus (Tripoli) (LYTIP) is a port in Libya at 32°54.0′N 13°11.0′E. Today (Sep 18): ESE wind 11–12 kn, waves 0.6–0.7 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-18 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 | 32°54.0′N 13°11.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | LYTIP |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Coastal breakwater harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 11 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 9 m |
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| Tide range | 1 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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| Supplies | Fuel oil, water |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Mina Tarabulus (Tripoli)
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 11–12 kn | 21 kn | 0.6–0.7 m |
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| SE 7–12 kn | 22 kn | 0.6–0.9 m |
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| E 6–17 kn | 25 kn | 0.3–0.5 m |
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| E 12–20 kn | 27 kn | 0.3–0.5 m |
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| E 7–13 kn | 14 kn | 0.2–0.6 m |
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| SE 19–19 kn | 22 kn | 0.6–0.7 m |
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| ESE 20–20 kn | 23 kn | 1.3–1.5 m |
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| NNW 2–2 kn | 2 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| NNW 11–11 kn | 12 kn | 0.4–0.4 m |
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| N 9–9 kn | 9 kn | 1.2–1.2 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 20 kn on Sep 21. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.5 m on Sep 24. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Mina Tarabulus (Tripoli) right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-18 18z: ESE wind 11–12 kn, waves 0.6–0.7 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 Mina Tarabulus (Tripoli)?
Mina Tarabulus (Tripoli) is classed as a medium harbor (coastal breakwater harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Mina Tarabulus (Tripoli)?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 11 m and anchorage depths run about 9 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Mina Tarabulus (Tripoli)?
Entry is affected by heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.