Porto Belo (MZPBE) — marine weather & port guide
Porto Belo is a port in Mozambique at 17°42.0′S 37°11.0′E. Today (Aug 3): S wind 4–7 kn, waves 1.2–1.3 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 | 17°42.0′S 37°11.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | MZPBE |
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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 | 3 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 11 m |
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| Tide range | 2 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Africa/Maputo |
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10-day marine forecast — Porto Belo
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| S 4–7 kn | 11 kn | 1.2–1.3 m |
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| S 4–6 kn | 12 kn | 0.9–1.2 m |
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| S 4–6 kn | 11 kn | 0.7–0.8 m |
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| S 1–6 kn | 12 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| SSW 3–9 kn | 11 kn | 0.5–0.6 m |
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| SW 6–7 kn | 9 kn | 0.6–0.7 m |
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| SE 6–8 kn | 9 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| E 14–14 kn | 26 kn | 0.9–0.9 m |
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| SE 9–9 kn | 16 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| S 12–12 kn | 22 kn | 1.6–1.6 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 Porto Belo right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: S wind 4–7 kn, waves 1.2–1.3 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 Porto Belo?
Porto Belo is classed as a small harbor (open roadstead), with fair shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Porto Belo?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 3 m and anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.