Otago Harbour marine weather forecast
Otago Harbour (NZORR) is a port in New Zealand at 45°48.0′S 170°37.0′E. Today (Sep 17): WNW wind 16–24 kn, waves 2.3–4.3 m, from the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 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 | 45°48.0′S 170°37.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | NZORR |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | River basin harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 14 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 23 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 |
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| Repairs | Moderate |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Otago Harbour
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| WNW 16–24 kn | 31 kn | 2.3–4.3 m |
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| WNW 9–23 kn | 30 kn | 3.6–4.7 m |
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| W 14–35 kn | 50 kn | 3.5–7.7 m |
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| W 8–35 kn | 46 kn | 3.6–8.1 m |
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| W 19–29 kn | 36 kn | 2.8–3.4 m |
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| WSW 18–24 kn | 29 kn | 3.7–5.3 m |
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| SW 18–18 kn | 23 kn | 4.4–4.4 m |
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| WNW 17–17 kn | 23 kn | 3.3–3.3 m |
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| E 10–10 kn | 15 kn | 2.5–2.5 m |
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| NNE 21–21 kn | 31 kn | 2.6–2.6 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.
What to watch in the forecast
Across the loaded 10-day outlook, the strongest daily modeled wind reaches 35 kn on Sep 20. The highest modeled significant wave height is 8.1 m on Sep 20. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Otago Harbour right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-09-17 00z: WNW wind 16–24 kn, waves 2.3–4.3 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 Otago Harbour?
Otago Harbour is classed as a small harbor (river basin harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Otago Harbour?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 14 m and anchorage depths run about 23 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Otago Harbour?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, overhead clearance limits. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.