Ras Lanuf (LYRLA) — marine weather & port guide
Ras Lanuf is a port in Libya at 30°31.0′N 18°34.0′E. Today (Aug 3): NE wind 6–10 kn, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 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 | 30°31.0′N 18°34.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | LYRLA |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | None |
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| Channel depth | 16 m |
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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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10-day marine forecast — Ras Lanuf
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NE 6–10 kn | 15 kn | — |
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| NE 1–11 kn | 19 kn | — |
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| NE 5–12 kn | 21 kn | — |
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| NE 4–12 kn | 21 kn | — |
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| E 4–12 kn | 16 kn | — |
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| ENE 4–9 kn | 11 kn | — |
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| N 5–10 kn | 13 kn | — |
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| N 9–9 kn | 16 kn | — |
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| N 9–9 kn | 16 kn | — |
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| NE 11–11 kn | 19 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Ras Lanuf right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: NE wind 6–10 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 Ras Lanuf?
Ras Lanuf is classed as a very small harbor (open roadstead), with none shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Ras Lanuf?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 16 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.