Sittwe marine weather forecast
Sittwe (MMAKY) is a port in Myanmar (Burma) at 20°8.0′N 92°54.0′E. Today (Sep 15): N wind 1–2 kn, waves 1.4–1.5 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-15 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 | 20°8.0′N 92°54.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | MMAKY |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Fair |
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| Channel depth | 5 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 5 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Asia/Yangon |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Water |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Sittwe
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| N 1–2 kn | 3 kn | 1.4–1.5 m |
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| W 0–7 kn | 7 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| NNW 1–7 kn | 6 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| NW 2–7 kn | 4 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| SSE 2–7 kn | 5 kn | 1.3–1.5 m |
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| NE 3–3 kn | 4 kn | 1.4–1.5 m |
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| E 2–2 kn | 2 kn | 1.5–1.9 m |
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| E 3–3 kn | 5 kn | 2.3–2.3 m |
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| ESE 13–13 kn | 30 kn | 2.4–2.4 m |
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| SE 11–11 kn | 25 kn | 2.7–2.7 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 13 kn on Sep 23. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.7 m on Sep 24. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Sittwe right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-15 18z: N wind 1–2 kn, waves 1.4–1.5 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 Sittwe?
Sittwe is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Sittwe?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 5 m and anchorage depths run about 5 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Sittwe?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.