Oro Bay (PGROR) — marine weather & port guide
Oro Bay is a port in Papua New Guinea at 8°53.0′S 148°29.0′E. Today (Aug 3): SE wind 16–19 kn, waves 1.3–1.6 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°53.0′S 148°29.0′E |
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| UN/LOCODE | PGROR |
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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 | 11 m |
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| Anchorage depth | 16 m |
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| Tide range | 4 m |
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| Time zone | Pacific/Port_Moresby |
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10-day marine forecast — Oro Bay
| Date | Wind | Gusts | Waves |
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| SE 16–19 kn | 24 kn | 1.3–1.6 m |
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| SE 9–16 kn | 20 kn | 1.0–1.3 m |
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| SE 8–11 kn | 15 kn | 0.7–0.9 m |
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| SE 7–9 kn | 13 kn | 0.7–0.9 m |
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| SSE 6–10 kn | 13 kn | 0.5–0.7 m |
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| SE 6–12 kn | 15 kn | 0.5–0.8 m |
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| SSE 4–5 kn | 6 kn | 0.6–0.6 m |
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| E 5–5 kn | 13 kn | 0.5–0.5 m |
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| E 7–7 kn | 14 kn | 0.7–0.7 m |
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| E 2–2 kn | 13 kn | 0.7–0.7 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.
Frequently asked
How is the weather at Oro Bay right now?
As of the ECMWF IFS run 2026-08-03 12z: SE wind 16–19 kn, waves 1.3–1.6 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 Oro Bay?
Oro Bay 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 Oro Bay?
Per the NGA World Port Index, the entrance channel carries about 11 m and anchorage depths run about 16 m. Verify against current official charts before entry.
What restricts entry to Oro Bay?
Entry is affected by tidal windows. Check the live forecast on this page and official notices before approach.