Nouadhibou marine weather forecast
Nouadhibou (MRNDB) is a port in Mauritania at 20°55.0′N 17°3.0′W. Today (Sep 16): NNE wind 13–20 kn, waves 1.2–1.6 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-16 00z. 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°55.0′N 17°3.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | MRNDB |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 8 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 9 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Nouakchott |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water |
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| Repairs | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Nouadhibou
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NNE 13–20 kn | 25 kn | 1.2–1.6 m |
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| NNE 16–19 kn | 26 kn | 1.7–1.9 m |
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| N 18–21 kn | 29 kn | 1.8–2.1 m |
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| NNE 17–19 kn | 26 kn | 1.6–1.9 m |
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| N 12–17 kn | 21 kn | 1.4–1.6 m |
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| N 12–14 kn | 17 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| NNE 11–11 kn | 14 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| NNE 16–16 kn | 20 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| N 13–13 kn | 18 kn | 1.4–1.4 m |
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| NNE 5–5 kn | 11 kn | 1.5–1.5 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 21 kn on Sep 18. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.1 m on Sep 18. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Nouadhibou right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-16 00z: NNE wind 13–20 kn, waves 1.2–1.6 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 Nouadhibou?
Nouadhibou is classed as a medium harbor (coastal natural harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Nouadhibou?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 8 m and anchorage depths run about 9 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Nouadhibou?
Entry is affected by heavy swell, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.