Wellington marine weather forecast
Wellington (NZWLG) is a port in New Zealand at 41°16.0′S 174°47.0′E. Today (Sep 15): NW wind 16–23 kn, waves 1.7–2.8 m, from the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-15 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 | 41°16.0′S 174°47.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | NZWLG |
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| Harbor size | Large |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 9 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 13 m |
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| Tide range | 3 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 | Limited |
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| Medical facilities | Available |
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10-day marine forecast — Wellington
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| NW 16–23 kn | 33 kn | 1.7–2.8 m |
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| NW 20–36 kn | 47 kn | 1.9–3.2 m |
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| W 9–19 kn | 29 kn | 1.5–1.9 m |
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| SE 9–11 kn | 13 kn | 1.6–2.2 m |
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| W 11–34 kn | 42 kn | 2.1–2.7 m |
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| WSW 7–7 kn | 9 kn | 3.9–5.8 m |
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| WNW 28–28 kn | 32 kn | 2.7–2.8 m |
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| S 28–28 kn | 29 kn | 2.3–2.3 m |
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| WNW 21–21 kn | 19 kn | 3.3–3.3 m |
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| WNW 9–9 kn | 10 kn | 2.8–2.8 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 36 kn on Sep 16. The highest modeled significant wave height is 5.8 m on Sep 20. Compare the dated model run with official forecasts and warnings before departure.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Wellington right now?
As of the NOAA GFS run 2026-09-15 18z: NW wind 16–23 kn, waves 1.7–2.8 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 Wellington?
Wellington is classed as a large harbor (coastal natural harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Wellington?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 9 m and anchorage depths run about 13 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.