Vlissingen marine weather forecast
Vlissingen (NLVLI) is a port in Netherlands at 51°27.0′N 3°36.0′E. Today (Sep 16): WNW wind 10–15 kn, waves 0.8–1.1 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-16 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 | 51°27.0′N 3°36.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | NLVLI |
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| Harbor size | Medium |
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| Harbor type | River natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 13 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 9 m |
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| Tide range | 4 m |
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| Pilotage | Compulsory |
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| Time zone | Europe/Amsterdam |
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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 | Major (hull, machinery, electrical) |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Vlissingen
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WNW 10–15 kn | 16 kn | 0.8–1.1 m |
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| WSW 12–26 kn | 30 kn | 0.9–1.7 m |
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| W 18–20 kn | 23 kn | 1.1–1.3 m |
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| WSW 22–23 kn | 31 kn | 1.6–1.8 m |
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| WNW 19–20 kn | 24 kn | 1.5–1.7 m |
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| NW 5–5 kn | 6 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| NNE 10–10 kn | 11 kn | 0.8–1.0 m |
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| WNW 10–10 kn | 12 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| NNE 10–10 kn | 10 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| NE 9–9 kn | 9 kn | 0.6–0.6 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 26 kn on Sep 17. The highest modeled significant wave height is 1.8 m on Sep 19. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Vlissingen right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-16 18z: WNW wind 10–15 kn, waves 0.8–1.1 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 Vlissingen?
Vlissingen is classed as a medium harbor (river natural harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Vlissingen?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 13 m and anchorage depths run about 9 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.