Saipan (MPSPN) — marine weather & port guide
Saipan is a port in Northern Mariana Islands at 15°12.0′N 145°41.0′E. Today (Aug 3): WSW wind 16–20 kn, waves 3.0–3.1 m, 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 | 15°12.0′N 145°41.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | MPSPN |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Poor |
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| Channel depth | 9 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 5 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Pacific/Saipan |
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10-day marine forecast — Saipan
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WSW 16–20 kn | 27 kn | 3.0–3.1 m |
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| WSW 15–22 kn | 31 kn | 2.7–3.1 m |
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| W 16–21 kn | 27 kn | 2.5–2.6 m |
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| W 13–18 kn | 25 kn | 2.4–2.6 m |
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| W 14–17 kn | 21 kn | 2.5–2.5 m |
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| WSW 16–20 kn | 25 kn | 2.6–3.0 m |
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| WSW 19–21 kn | 26 kn | 3.0–3.0 m |
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| WSW 22–22 kn | 35 kn | 3.2–3.2 m |
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| WSW 22–22 kn | 35 kn | 3.3–3.3 m |
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| WSW 22–22 kn | 35 kn | 3.0–3.0 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Saipan right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: WSW wind 16–20 kn, waves 3.0–3.1 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 Saipan?
Saipan is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with poor shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Saipan?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m and anchorage depths run about 5 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.