Fort-de-France (MQFDF) — marine weather & port guide
Fort-de-France is a port in Martinique at 14°36.0′N 61°3.0′W. Today (Aug 3): ENE wind 13–16 kn, waves 1.4–1.7 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 | 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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10-day marine forecast — Fort-de-France
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ENE 13–16 kn | 19 kn | 1.4–1.7 m |
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| ENE 10–15 kn | 19 kn | 1.0–1.4 m |
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| ESE 10–14 kn | 19 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| E 14–17 kn | 22 kn | 1.2–1.5 m |
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| ENE 15–18 kn | 23 kn | 1.5–1.6 m |
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| ENE 15–19 kn | 24 kn | 1.6–1.8 m |
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| E 14–17 kn | 21 kn | 1.6–1.7 m |
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| E 12–12 kn | 21 kn | 1.3–1.3 m |
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| E 14–14 kn | 18 kn | 1.2–1.2 m |
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| E 12–12 kn | 21 kn | 1.2–1.2 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 Fort-de-France right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: ENE wind 13–16 kn, waves 1.4–1.7 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.