Kavieng Harbor (PGKVG) — marine weather & port guide
Kavieng Harbor is a port in Papua New Guinea at 2°35.0′S 150°48.0′E. Today (Aug 3): S wind 9–13 kn, waves 1.3–1.4 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 | 2°35.0′S 150°48.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | PGKVG |
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| Harbor size | Small |
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| Harbor type | Coastal natural harbor |
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| Shelter | Excellent |
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| Channel depth | 17 m |
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| Tide range | 1 m |
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| Time zone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
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10-day marine forecast — Kavieng Harbor
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| S 9–13 kn | 17 kn | 1.3–1.4 m |
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| S 2–11 kn | 16 kn | 1.1–1.3 m |
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| SSE 6–9 kn | 13 kn | 0.9–1.1 m |
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| SE 9–16 kn | 20 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| ESE 6–13 kn | 16 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| SE 7–12 kn | 15 kn | 1.1–1.1 m |
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| ESE 11–12 kn | 15 kn | 1.0–1.1 m |
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| ESE 5–5 kn | 7 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| SSE 9–9 kn | 15 kn | 1.0–1.0 m |
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| SE 6–6 kn | 8 kn | 0.9–0.9 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 Kavieng Harbor right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: S wind 9–13 kn, waves 1.3–1.4 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 Kavieng Harbor?
Kavieng Harbor is classed as a small harbor (coastal natural harbor), with excellent shelter in the NGA World Port Index.
How deep is the approach to Kavieng Harbor?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 17 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.