Auckland marine weather forecast
Auckland (NZAKL) is a port in New Zealand at 36°50.0′S 174°48.0′E. Today (Nov 2): NE wind 3–7 kn, waves 1.2–1.3 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-02 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 | 36°50.0′S 174°48.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | NZAKL |
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| Harbor size | Large |
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| Harbor type | River natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 9 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 | Pacific/Auckland |
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Facilities & services (NGA World Port Index)| Tugs | Assistance available |
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| Supplies | Fuel oil, diesel, water, provisions |
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| Repairs | Major (hull, machinery, electrical) |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Auckland
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NE 3–7 kn | 13 kn | 1.2–1.3 m |
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| NE 4–8 kn | 16 kn | 1.2–1.5 m |
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| ENE 3–11 kn | 21 kn | 1.6–1.8 m |
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| N 5–7 kn | 13 kn | 1.4–1.7 m |
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| N 7–13 kn | 24 kn | 1.6–1.9 m |
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| NNW 3–8 kn | 10 kn | 1.6–1.7 m |
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| NNW 3–6 kn | 8 kn | 2.0–2.3 m |
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| NE 8–8 kn | 17 kn | 2.2–2.2 m |
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| N 9–9 kn | 21 kn | 2.1–2.1 m |
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| NW 7–7 kn | 16 kn | 2.7–2.7 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 13 kn on Nov 6. The highest modeled significant wave height is 2.7 m on Nov 11. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Auckland right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-11-02 12z: NE wind 3–7 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 Auckland?
Auckland is classed as a large harbor (river natural harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Auckland?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m and anchorage depths run about 11 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.