Fort-de-France marine weather forecast
Fort-de-France (MQFDF) is a port in Martinique at 14°36.0′N 61°3.0′W. Today (Nov 2): E wind 15–16 kn, waves 1.6–1.7 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 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 | 14°36.0′N 61°3.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | MQFDF |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 9 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 | America/Martinique |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance and salvage available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Fort-de-France
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| E 15–16 kn | 18 kn | 1.6–1.7 m |
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| E 14–17 kn | 19 kn | 1.6–1.7 m |
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| E 9–16 kn | 17 kn | 1.4–1.6 m |
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| SE 9–10 kn | 11 kn | 1.2–1.3 m |
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| SE 7–13 kn | 14 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| SSE 11–11 kn | 14 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| SSE 9–9 kn | 10 kn | 0.8–0.9 m |
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| SE 10–10 kn | 10 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| ESE 14–14 kn | 18 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| SE 11–11 kn | 13 kn | 1.1–1.1 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 17 kn on Nov 3. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.7 m on Nov 2. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Fort-de-France right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-11-02 18z: E wind 15–16 kn, waves 1.6–1.7 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 Fort-de-France?
Fort-de-France is classed as a medium harbor (open roadstead), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Fort-de-France?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m and anchorage depths run about 9 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.