Taiohae (PFTAI) — marine weather & port guide
Taiohae is a port in French Polynesia at 8°56.0′S 140°5.0′W. Today (Aug 3): ESE wind 14–17 kn, waves 1.7–1.8 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 | 8°56.0′S 140°5.0′W |
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| UN/LOCODE | PFTAI |
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| Harbor size | Very small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Good |
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| Channel depth | 9 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 13 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Time zone | Pacific/Marquesas |
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10-day marine forecast — Taiohae
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| ESE 14–17 kn | 22 kn | 1.7–1.8 m |
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| ESE 15–17 kn | 22 kn | 1.8–1.9 m |
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| E 16–18 kn | 24 kn | 2.1–2.2 m |
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| E 15–18 kn | 23 kn | 2.2–2.3 m |
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| E 13–15 kn | 20 kn | 2.0–2.2 m |
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| E 12–14 kn | 18 kn | 1.8–1.9 m |
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| ESE 14–19 kn | 24 kn | 1.9–2.5 m |
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| ESE 16–16 kn | 24 kn | 2.3–2.3 m |
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| ESE 16–16 kn | 23 kn | 2.5–2.5 m |
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| E 16–16 kn | 25 kn | 2.5–2.5 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 Taiohae right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: ESE wind 14–17 kn, waves 1.7–1.8 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 Taiohae?
Taiohae is classed as a very small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with good shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Taiohae?
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.
What restricts entry to Taiohae?
Entry is affected by tidal windows, heavy swell. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.